About this role
About the position
iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM), a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, is seeking an Investment Analyst specializing in high yield bonds and equity. This role is part of a high-performance team dedicated to market competitiveness, managing approximately \$4.8 billion in assets within iAGAM. The analyst will contribute to the mission by conducting research, evaluating investments, and supporting portfolio management activities.
Responsibilities
• Performing quantitative and qualitative research and analysis of North American high yield bond and equity markets.
• Evaluating investments and opportunities based on the iAGAM’s Strategic Funds Investment Process.
• Ad hoc research, analysis and portfolio related project work.
• Developing and updating valuation and market related investment models.
• Assisting in the development of monthly/quarterly/annual previews and summaries for clients.
• Evaluation, analysis and preparation of periodic reports pertaining to portfolio performance and attribution of returns and general day-to-day discussions on key investment developments.
• Participating in the sales process by supporting various distribution networks.
Requirements
• Undergraduate degree required.
• 3 - 8 years of relevant work experience related to investment analysis.
• Exceptional analytical research skills, curiosity and intellectual rigour.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to react quickly and under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Rigour in analysis and in constructing valuation models.
• Genuine passion for investment analysis.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in fixed income is advantageous.
Benefits
• Flexible group insurance
• Competitive pension plan
• Stock purchase plan
• Vacation and wellness/personal development days
• Telemedicine
• Employee and family assistance program
• Ergonomic furniture program
• Performance bonus
• Discounts on iA products