Investment Associate, Capital Markets Risk

The opportunity

Exciting opportunity to join our Capital Markets Risk team as an Associate! The Capital Markets Risk (CMR) team is tasked with managing market risk for various investment teams within our Capital Markets department. These teams cover asset classes such as Fixed Income, Currency, Commodities, Public Equities, Alternative Investments, and Insurance-linked Securities. The CMR team utilizes various risk-related analytics and analyses to fulfill this responsibility. Additionally, the team is responsible for providing market risk modeling solutions and enhancements within the enterprise risk system to meet the evolving needs of our investment teams. Most recently, this team is leading AI initiatives in the Risk department and supporting AI adoption within OTPP.

The Associate's primary responsibilities include the ongoing development, enhancement, and daily operation of our internal analytical risk platform. The Associate will also be responsible for assisting in researching and implementing artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and generative AI analytical tools to support new AI initiatives within the Risk Department and foster AI collaboration within the fund.

Who you'll work with

The Associate will report to the Director - Risk and will interact with all teams within Capital Markets, Risk, Data & Analytics, and Risk Analytics. 

What you'll do

• Maintain and improve daily operational processes for the team's analytical platform.

• Develop and enhance AI analytical tools to support the broader Risk Department's AI initiatives

• Collaborate with the team on research initiatives and conduct analysis to support risk modeling.

• Implement enhancements and new applications to cater to on-demand requests from the Investment team.

• Stay updated on the latest industry trends and practices in AI/ML and its applications in finance, and highlight potential opportunities for adoption in our current risk management process.

• Assist in preparing risk reports and presentations for senior leaders on risk modeling and monitoring.

• Maintain and expand business intelligence tools to meet business needs

• Detect and escalate relevant modeling and reporting issues to decision-makers at OTPP.

• Participate in managing internal and external relationships, primarily with Capital Markets, TFM, and IT.

What you'll need

• 2+ years of work experience in finance and/or market risk management, ideally in a software development role within the financial sector, with a solid understanding and experience in AI/ML.

• Graduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering) with a solid understanding of market risk modeling/pricing methodology

• Professional software development experience with exceptional programming skills in C/C++/C# and Python is essential. Proficiency in relational databases, OLAP cubes, and data visualization tools is a strong plus.

• Experienced in financial risk application development, preferably market risk related applications

• Solid knowledge in market risk modeling or pricing for 1 or more asset classes in capital markets.

• Solid knowledge in AI/ML and its application in financial industry

• Successful completion of, or willingness to complete, the FRM/PRM and/or CFA designation is an asset

• Knowledge of and deep interest in capital markets with a good understanding of capital markets dynamics.

• Strong conceptual thinker and problem solver, with the ability to research and test new ideas/concepts to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written), strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrated presentation skills. Able to clearly communicate complex subject matter to non-technical audiences.

• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and work in a high-performing culture, under pressure and with time-sensitive deadlines.

• Ability to work independently as well as perform effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable with excellent attention to detail.

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What we’re offering

• Pay-for-performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentive

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development

• Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage

• Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan

• The opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive Program

• A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working

• Competitive time off

• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year

• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring.  We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves.  To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

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