Investment Analyst

We are seeking a motivated Investment Analyst to join our team in our Toronto office.
As an Analyst in the investment consulting department, you will collaborate with diverse clients and industries in a dynamic environment, contributing as a key member of project teams to design programs that drive client success. This role offers exposure to a broad range of investment-related projects and the opportunity to develop skills for career progression.

This is a hybrid role that requires being in the office 3 days a week.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $58,800.00 to $88,200.00

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

We will count on you to:

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis using Mercer proprietary tools.
• Produce quarterly performance reports for clients.
• Critically analyze investment markets, managers' investment styles, and portfolio characteristics, evaluating their impact on quarterly investment performance.
• Communicate with investment managers, record keepers, and custodians to gather or clarify client-specific data for reporting.
• Play an important role in investment manager searches, asset allocation studies, and ad-hoc projects such as plan design benchmarking, retirement preparedness studies, and financial wellness assessments.
• Support consultants in servicing existing clients and prospects.
• Develop the knowledge and skills necessary to progress to a consultant role.
• Demonstrate ease and effectiveness in interactions with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Represent and promote Mercer's brand both internally and externally.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related fields with strong quantitative and analytical coursework.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of work experience or strong co-op experience in a consulting analyst role.
• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail  

What makes you stand out:

• Proven ability to analyze complex investment data and communicate insights clearly.
• Actively working towards or have obtained the CFA designation
• Ability to communicate in French
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.