Job Description

The Economic Research team within OMERS Total Portfolio Management is seeking a Student Analyst to join the group in Toronto starting in May 2023. You will have the opportunity to join a driven and collaborative team and support numerous aspects of the investment process, including investment research and the development of analytics.
Job Responsibilities:
Maintain databases, PowerPoint presentations, and analytical tools
Monitor, analyze and produce research on economic and financial developments
Assist in the preparation of internal and external reports, including collecting, organizing and analyzing information from a variety of sources
Provide research assistance as needed to Economic Research team
Responsible for two regular outputs: the weekly COVID-19 Monitor and the bi-weekly Market Movers package
Ad hoc research projects
You Should Apply If:
Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Economics or Business
Knowledge of economics and understanding of the financial sector
Experience using Bloomberg and Microsoft Office
Experience working in a research assistant role
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Self-starter with ability to work constructively within a team and perform effectively in periodic, high-pressure situations.
What's In It For You?
A team that is ready to focus on your growth and development
Continuous learning across different areas of the business
Opportunity to be part of the student community at OMERS & Oxford
An orientation program to set you up for success during your work term!
Networking and educational session with different leaders across the business
IMPORTANT: Application Instructions:
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Our story:
Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada's largest defined benefit pension plans, with $121 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2021. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children's aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe - serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate.
OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.
Vaccination Policy
At OMERS and Oxford the office or worksite is our primary place of work. We are committed to providing work environments which promote the health, safety and well-being of all employees in accordance with public health regulation and guidance. Accordingly, employees are required to provide evidence of full vaccination or have an approved exemption.