Job Description

Requisition ID: 179714

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

The Equity Research department of Scotiabank currently has an opening for the position of Director, Supervisory Analyst to approve research publications. This position is suitable for an individual who has Supervisory Analyst experience or 3+ years of Equity Research Analyst or Associate experience coupled with a CFA designation. The ideal candidate will have current registrations with Canadian and US regulatory bodies.

Is this role right for you?

Review and sign off on equity research publications and other communications, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines

Ensure consistency throughout equity research publications including models, investment theses and supporting arguments

Work closely with Research Analysts and Associates to ensure that a clear message is conveyed in all publications

Review equity research reports for content, commerciality, quality, clarity, grammar, and application of editorial styles; material is in English

Ensure appropriate disclosures are included in research publications

Liaise with the Compliance department on queries, policies and compliance/regulatory matters impacting equity research, and restricted list/watch list escalations

Update databases and spreadsheets

Maintain a high level of communication with Equity Research Analysts and Associates

Special projects and participation in working groups as assigned

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We\'d love to work with you if you have:

A university degree in business or a relevant discipline

Completion of the CFA program is preferred

Completion of the Investment Dealer Supervisors Course (IDSC) exam is preferred

Current IIROC registration as a Supervisor is preferred

FINRA Series 16 License is preferred (timely & successful completion of the Series 16 exam will be required for individuals who do not have this license)

Previous Supervisory Analyst, Equity Research Analyst or Research Associate experience is required

Strong written communication skills with the ability to identify and interpret the context of a message, and edit accordingly

Knowledge of equity research compliance procedures

Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite

Experience using BlueMatrix or similar authoring/publishing tools would be an asset

Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure with minimal supervision

Good business judgment, and problem-solving and decision-making skills

Ability to work well with a team of Supervisory Analysts in various locations/time zones

Fluency in Spanish would be an asset

Individuals applying to this role must be willing to work early mornings as required to cover for vacations. Regular hours for this shift are 7am-3:30pm ET, Monday-Friday.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Nova Scotia : Halifax

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please . Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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