Job Description

Why join us?

Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story.

At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.

As a member of the Global Equities team at OMERS Capital Markets, you will be working on a team that manages over $15 billion on behalf of OMERS members. The team employs a fundamental investment process incorporating bottom-up and top-down analysis to identify high quality businesses trading at reasonable valuations with a focus on mitigating the risk of permanent capital impairment, while generating the returns required of the program, with a long-term investment perspective.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct company research and analysis under the direction of the analyst team
• Research industry trends and key events, including performance of industry peers
• Perform financial analysis combined with sustainable investment analysis, update and maintain financial models to support business valuations
• Attend company or industry meetings to support the analyst team
• Assist in drafting presentations for investment recommendations
• Write research notes and reports based on analyst team\xe2\x80\x99s requests
• Research topics relevant to long-term investable themes to complete and present a term project under the mentorship of your leader

You Should Apply If:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Math, Computer Science, Engineering or Economics
• Strong academic track record combined with extra-curricular experience
• A passion for investing with a commitment to learning and intellectual curiosity
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Research and problem-solving skills, with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to produce clear, logical and convincing arguments and explain complex ideas simply
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and timelines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to be a team player
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of programming skills is a plus

What\xe2\x80\x99s In It for You:

• The opportunity to develop and grow your investment expertise while being a part of an engaged team of investors committed to meeting the pension promise
• Ongoing learning, mentorship, and networking opportunities
• Collaboration with colleagues and leaders who offer diverse experiences and expertise in a supportive environment
• The 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:

To ensure your application is submitted to our applicant tracking system accurately, please follow the instructions below.

Please include all required documents (Resume, Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, etc.) in one combined file. Your application may be submitted in PDF of Microsoft Word format.

Our story:

Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $127.4 billion in net assets as at June 30, 2023. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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 \xe2\x80\x93 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.

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