At IMCO, our talent is among the best! IMCO offers a uniquely stimulating and rewarding environment where you can help build and drive organizational transformation, all while seeking to challenge yourself, learn, and grow your career. We offer a culture of collaboration and passion, creating unwavering value for the clients we serve. Our vision is to be the partner of choice for Ontario’s public sector funds and build a high-performing, value-based Asset Management firm in the heart of downtown Toronto. If you are ready to drive best-in-class service, and join a collaborative, motivated, and fun team of professionals, we’re ready to offer you a great place to work with exciting opportunities for growth and development. If you want to use your expertise to drive strategic business outcomes, then we want you at IMCO! Reporting to the Managing Director, Portfolio Construction, the Associate Portfolio Manager (APM), Portfolio Construction, is primarily responsible for (a) developing long-term capital markets assumptions, (b) undertaking investment research on portfolio construction, investment strategies, trends and thematic investment opportunities and risks, (c) developing and analyzing strategic asset allocation advice to IMCO clients, and (d) developing related presentations and other materials for clients, prospective clients, and a variety of internal and external audiences. As a Member of Our Team, You Will be Responsible For: Developing and updating IMCO’s capital market assumptions. Analyzing and understanding the characteristics and performance drivers of asset classes and strategies, asset mix alternatives, liabilities, risk appetite and tolerance. Communicating quantitative findings and complex subject matter, both verbally and in writing, in a fashion that is clear, concise, and tailored to the audience Collaborating with IMCO’s investment, risk, client service, and operations teams. Developing, reviewing, maintaining, and documenting IMCO’s asset and asset-liability models and processes. Participating in and supporting the team’s various research initiatives. Developing presentations and other materials for clients, prospective clients, as well as other internal and external audiences. Fostering culture and behaviours that supports intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, innovation, and high level of collaboration. What do you need to succeed? CFA Charterholder combined with a relevant undergraduate is required. Prior experience developing and reviewing long-term capital market assumptions is required. Actuarial designation (ASA, FSA, FCIA) preferred Knowledge of investing trends, financial markets and a strong ability in research, analysis, and data interpretation. Understanding of asset liability modelling, stress testing, and investment landscape Role model work ethic, using the highest level of integrity under all conditions. Ability to work in a complex and dynamic environment. Excellent communication skills with the ability to report complex information clearly and concisely. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with colleagues at all levels and cultivate key partnerships to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders as well as third-party service providers. What IMCO Can Offer You: We thrive on the challenge to be our best, to deliver an unparalleled employee experience and to work as one team to continuously improve the management of broader public-sector investment funds. In addition to offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package, we pride ourselves on helping you reach your potential, making a difference in our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility and provides our employees with the opportunity to lead a well-balanced life. Our Corporation’s offices located at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6 provide a welcoming space for employees to gather, work collaboratively, and grow together. IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities in its recruitment process. Please advise IMCO if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs. Candidates being considered for this position will be required to submit to a background screening. The Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO) is Ontario’s professional asset manager, investing on behalf of our public sector clients so they can care for beneficiaries and secure retirement futures. With approximately $86 billion in assets under management, we are one of the largest institutional investment managers in Canada and around the globe. Our mandate is to provide broader public sector clients with exceptional investment management services, including best-in-class advice around portfolio construction, efficient access to a diverse range of asset classes and superior reporting on risks and returns. Our vision is to rank among the world’s leading public-sector asset managers. We will achieve this through an unwavering focus on creating client value. That means ensuring that we deliver the returns required for our clients to meet their long-term financial obligations.
