Junior Analyst

Fundata- Organizational profile: 

Fundata
Canada Inc. is a multi-national financial data distributor and investment fund data and analytics company. The information we provide currently reaches thousands of advisors, millions of investors, and scores of institutions every day through our network of media and corporate clients across North America.
Our customized services and solutions provide excellent solutions for
a multitude
of financial institutions across North America.
 

Job Description:
 

Fundata Canada Inc. is looking for a Junior Analyst that will work with the senior members of the Analytics & Data team to maintain Fundata’s document library, monitor daily processes, conduct financial data analysis, and general data collection.  This is a junior level position for a one-year term. 

Job Type:
 

This is a one-year contract with potential for full-time permanent upon completion of the year.  

Start Date: Mid November
 

Key Accountabilities:
 

• Oversee data collection process for investment funds including ETFs and hedge funds 

• Act as an expert resource for client service and development staff 

• Participate in ongoing quality assurance and data audit activities 

• Perform statistical and quantitative analysis on various portfolios and funds 

• Assist with the development of mutual fund analytic products and special projects 
   

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
 

• Knowledge of securities or mutual fund industry 

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required 

• Some experience with or willingness to learn SQL 

• Ability to work with a high volume of data on a deadline-oriented basis 

• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Experience or willingness to use tools such as VBA, R, machine learning, coding, or data science techniques for problem-solving 

• Self-starter with the ability to work under minimal supervision 

 
Experience/Education:     

• Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, Mathematics/Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or other related fields 

• Completion of IFSE Institute’s CIFC or Canadian Security Institute’s CSC/IFC is considered an asset 

• Pursuing or willingness to pursue a CFA or other designation is considered an asset 

Application & Hiring Process:
 

In-person or virtual interview with the VP and Senior VP of Analytics & Data 
Possible excel and industry knowledge test. 
 

Additional Notes:
 

If you require a medical or disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email hr@fundata.com to provide your contact information.  Someone from our HR department will contact you within 1 week. 

Only those that are considered for an interview will be contacted.