Fixed Income Analyst - Global Rates

CI Financial; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Fixed Income Analyst, where you'll dive into the dynamic world of global rates markets. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Portfolio Managers, conducting in-depth research and analysis to identify investment opportunities. You'll be empowered to contribute to meaningful projects while collaborating with a diverse team. With a focus on continuous learning and professional development, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment that encourages growth and ambition. If you have a passion for capital markets and a keen analytical mind, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible & Hybrid Work Program

Training Reimbursement

Paid Professional Designations

Employee Share Purchase Program

Corporate Discount Program

Enhanced group benefits

Parental Leave Top-up program

Fitness membership discounts

Complimentary vending machines

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in fixed income markets.
• Strong fundamental and quantitative analysis skills.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Research macroeconomic trends and investment opportunities.
• Identify actionable investment ideas across G10 rates markets.
• Run periodic reports on G10 rates markets.

Skills

Fundamental Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Independent Thinking

Team Collaboration

Passion for Capital Markets

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

CFA Progress

Tools

VBA

Python

SQL

Job description

At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.

The Fixed Income team is looking for a self-motivated, career-oriented individual to join as a Fixed Income Analyst to focus on the global rates market. In this role, the successful candidate will work directly with the Portfolio Manager and gain direct exposure to the portfolio management process from a top-down macro and bottom-up perspective. The successful candidate will support the Portfolio Manager by conducting independent research on macroeconomic trends and valuation analyses across G-10 rates markets.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Research macroeconomic trends and investment opportunities across developed markets.
• Work with Portfolio Managers to identify actionable investment ideas across G10 rates markets using fundamental and relative value analysis
• Run periodic reports on G10 rates markets and portfolio analytics.
• Maintain effective dialogue across CIGAM teams on market developments and research findings.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• 3+ years of relevant fixed income markets experience; prior experience investing in European or Asian rates markets would be a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Economics, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or similar disciplines.
• CFA designation or progress toward the charter would be a plus.
• Experience with programming tools would be a plus (VBA, Python, SQL).
• Strong fundamental and quantitative analysis skills with keen attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of fixed income valuation and risk metrics.
• Understanding of macro and international economics.
• A strong sense of business ethics.
• Collaborative and team oriented.
• Inquisitive nature, independent thinker and self-starter.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• A passion and enthusiasm for capital markets and global fixed income investing.

CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.

WHAT WE OFFER

Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station

Flexible & Hybrid Work Program

Equipment Purchase Program

Training Reimbursement

Paid Professional Designations

Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)

Corporate Discount Program

Enhanced group benefits

Parental Leave Top–up program

Fitness membership discounts

Complimentary vending machines

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

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