Research Associate

Delinian; Montreal; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in investment research is seeking a Research Associate in Montreal. The role involves assisting in the production of research reports, creating charts, and handling client requests. Ideal candidates should have a passion for economics and finance, with relevant educational background and research experience. Opportunities for growth and a competitive package are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Diverse, inclusive team

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of research experience in financial services preferred.
• Knowledge of statistical packages and financial applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing quality research reports.
• Create visually appealing charts and handle client requests.
• Work with diverse financial and economic data.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Creativity

Education

Undergraduate degree in commerce

Undergraduate degree in finance

Undergraduate degree in economics

Tools

APL

Macrobond

Bloomberg

Excel

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About BCA Research

BCA Research is the leading independent provider of global investment research. Since 1949, BCA Research's mission has been to shape the level of conviction with which our clients make investment decisions, through the delivery of leading-edge analysis and forecasts of all the major asset classes and economies. The firm maintains a head office in Montreal, with local offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Sydney, Singapore and Shanghai.

Research Associate Role

Location: Montreal, Canada

• Deep passion for economics and financial markets?
• Driven by creativity, results-oriented, eager to learn and develop?

The Role

Reporting to a Senior Vice President (Research and Information Operations), you will assist in producing quality research reports, including:

• Creating visually appealing charts and comprehensive reports.
• Handling client requests and generating insightful charts using tools like APL, Macrobond, Bloomberg, and Excel.
• Working with diverse financial and economic data to hone your data-search techniques.
• Contributing to the production process for various BCA products by creating charts and tables.

This role offers opportunities for growth and development in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Behavioral Competencies

Success in this role requires:

• Teamwork
• Autonomy
• Commitment
• Creativity
• Professional ethics
• Analytical mindset
• Enthusiasm

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications include:

• Undergraduate degree in commerce, finance, or economics
• 1-2 years of research experience (preferably in financial services)
• Knowledge of statistical packages and financial applications, exposure to time series databases is a plus
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Note: Only candidates based in the greater Montreal area will be considered.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive package, flexible work environment, professional development opportunities, and a diverse, inclusive team. BCA Research is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and IT
• Industry: Information Services