Investment Analyst (Quantitative)

Mackenzie Investments, part of IGM Financial Inc., is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $310 billion in assets as of December 31, 2025. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. The fast-growing Global Quantitative Equity boutique in Boston, MA, manages $30 billion AUM and utilizes a bottom-up, fundamental quantitative approach to generate alpha.

About the role

The Investment Analyst will build and maintain portfolio management processes and analytics, developing and enhancing systems that power alpha modeling, portfolio construction, and monitoring. This role combines human judgment with systematic and automated processes as part of a dynamic team of seasoned professionals and tech-savvy graduates.

Responsibilities

• In conjunction with Portfolio Managers and Analysts, create robust quantitative tools and infrastructure used to construct and monitor portfolios.
• Support day-to-day portfolio management activities.
• Assist in the development of stock selection models for Emerging Markets, Global, International, and US portfolios.
• Present analysis and investment ideas to Portfolio Managers.
• Monitor research and events in the quantitative investment field to gain insights that enhance portfolio returns and risk.
• Understand global macroeconomics and financial markets to improve risk-adjusted returns of portfolios.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or other quantitative discipline (Advanced degree welcome).
• 0 – 3 years of quantitative equity experience.
• Advanced knowledge of programming (Python) and database knowledge (SQL).
• Knowledge of Bloomberg, FactSet, and Axioma.
• A “can do” attitude as part of an entrepreneurial group within an established firm.
• Meticulous attention to detail and flexibility to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & recognition: competitive base salary, performance-weighted bonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching.
• Employee benefits & insurance: competitive health and dental coverage, flexible plan for you and your family, short-term & long-term disability plans.
• Retirement savings programs: voluntary Group RRSP enrolment with employer matching component.
• Work-life balance: paid volunteer days, competitive time off including 10 wellness days, WorkPerks discount program, hybrid & flex work arrangements.
• Inclusive culture and diversity: core values of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement; engagement with Business Resource Groups (BRGs).

Work Authorization: Open to hiring candidates on F-1 OPT and will sponsor H-1B visas for qualified candidates.