Job Specifications
Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd.
Toronto, ON
Interested in joining one of Canada’s top performing asset managers? We are looking for a Product Analyst for an existing vacancy on our Product team. The Product Team focuses on product development and product management of our diverse suite of over 80 investment strategies. We act as a nexus between the investment and sales teams, focusing on a wide range of institutional and retail product related initiatives. This position works across our organization including investment management, marketing, sales, legal/compliance and investment operations. We place a high value on maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit and creating a culture where each of us has opportunities to succeed. We are a solution orientated and collaborative team seeking like-minded individuals who thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment. If you meet most but not all of the following qualifications and feel you could still be a valuable contributor to our team we encourage you to reach out and provide additional insights regarding your experience and skill set in your cover letter. This is a Toronto based role and offers flexibility between working from home and the office.
What You Will Do
Support the Head of Product to manage and execute all product related initiatives: market/competitor analysis, portfolio analysis, industry trends, investor profiles, product messaging, product reviews, marketing materials, product pricing and other research and analysis as required
Develop a clear and deep understanding of our investment strategies
Build and maintain a high level of asset management industry knowledge to serve as an expert resource on comparable investment products
Conduct analysis (i.e. performance analysis, risk statistics, etc.) and articulate concisely
What You Bring
Overall, 3-5 years of experience, with at least 2+ years in a similar role will be beneficial to your success
Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field; CFA designation is an asset
Team player with a positive attitude
Ability to build relationships and interact with people across all functions and levels
Self-motivated and proactive with strong attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated analytical and quantitative skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Familiarity with eVestment is an asset
Experience in financial services (investment banking, investment consulting, asset management, research, etc.) is an asset
The salary range for this position is $65,000-$85,000. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position as required by legislation. In addition, there is an completion bonus which contributes to the total compensation for this position. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process.
About Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group
At CC&L Financial Group, we understand the value of opportunity – for our clients and our team. Independent and employee-owned, we partner with investment professionals to grow successful asset management businesses, giving them the space to innovate and truly make an impact.
With more than 40 years of history and offices across Canada and in the US, the UK and India, CC&L Financial Group and our multi-boutique family of affiliate firms collectively manage over $179 billion in client assets, providing a diverse range of traditional and alternative investment products and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and retail clients.
For a closer look at how you can build your career with us, we invite you to explore cclgroup.com.
CC&L Financial Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter as one PDF.
Your application will be reviewed by a member of the hiring team - AI is not used in the screening, assessment or selection of applications at this time.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted.
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About the Company
At Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group, we understand the value of opportunity for both our clients and our team. Independent and employee-owned, we partner with investment professionals to grow successful asset management businesses, giving them the space to innovate and truly make an impact.
With more than 40 years of history and offices across Canada and in the US, the UK and India, CC&L Financial Group and our multi-boutique family of affiliate firms manage over C$154 billion in assets and offer a diverse range of t...
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