Research Associate - Toronto

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Research Associate to support the Global Equity investment team. The role involves building financial models, analyzing data, and collaborating closely with senior analysts. Ideal candidates will have previous equity research experience and strong communication skills. This opportunity offers mentorship and is seen as a stepping stone for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant buy-side or sell-side equity research experience.
• Proven passion for investing and membership in an investment program or club.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Support idea generation and model maintenance within the investment team.
• Build and update detailed financial models.
• Collect, analyze and input company financial data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong numeracy skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in analytical tools

Education

Undergraduate degree with strong academic credentials

CFA designation or pursuit of this designation

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Job description

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high‑performing culture.

In this role, the Research Associate will work in a dynamic environment amongst a small group of highly trained professional analysts and portfolio managers. This position is regarded as a stepping stone towards increased responsibilities and incumbents will benefit from one‑on‑one coaching and mentorship.

The successful applicant will contribute to the overall success of the JFL Research Department, ensuring specific individual goals, plans and initiatives are executed and delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. All activities will follow governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. We are currently seeking an Associate to join our Global Equity investment team.

Responsibilities

• Champion a customer‑focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader JFL’s relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Work closely with Senior Analysts and Portfolio Managers to support idea generation, model maintenance and overall processes within the Toronto investment team.
• Build and update detailed financial models.
• Collect, analyze and input company financial data.
• Maintain database tables.
• Understand how JFL’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day‑to‑day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with the firm’s values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day‑to‑day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
• Champion a high‑performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant buy‑side, investment banking or sell‑side equity research experience.
• Undergraduate degree with strong academic credentials.
• CFA designation or pursuit of this designation is an asset.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven passion for investing, member of an investment program or club.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to change.
• Reliability, with good judgment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in analytical tools such as Excel, Bloomberg and Capital IQ.

Working Conditions

Work in a standard office‑based environment.

About JFL/Scotiabank

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: “for every future”, we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. Jarislowsky, Fraser Limited (JFL) is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of The Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) and operates as a distinct business division. JFL manages the portfolios of pension funds, foundations and endowments, corporations and high‑net‑worth individuals in Canada and internationally.

Accommodation and Application

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.