About this role
About the Role The role contributes to the Scotiabank US Research Department within Global Banking and Markets, focusing on US Equity Research for Energy. The associate supports forecasting, data maintenance, and commentary development, while ensuring compliance with governing regulations and internal policies.
What You'll Do
- Assist the Senior Analyst with day-to-day responsibilities, including developing and updating forecasting models and maintaining current information for identified companies.
- Monitor domestic and global economic developments and review daily news services for relevant macro, industry, and company drivers.
- Draft research reports communicating views on company-specific recommendations and provide commentary on various economic developments.
- Work closely with the Senior Analyst on launching new company coverage and developing industry and thematic research reports.
- Partner with sector colleagues and analysts in the United States, Canada and Latin America on industry and company reports as well as client and corporate events.
- Assist sales and trading personnel with communications to investors and coordinate meetings with industry and corporate contacts to support marketing efforts.
- Understand the bank’s risk appetite and ensure activities comply with policies, controls, AML/ATF/sanctions, and conduct risk.
- Contribute to a high-performance environment and an inclusive work culture.
What We're Looking For
- University degree required; preference for business, economics, engineering, or computer science/programming.
- FINRA SIE, S-63, S-86 and S-87 designations required.
- Strong accounting, financial modeling, and analytical skills.
- Excellent command of Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience in a financial, engineering, or analytical capacity in computer science/programming.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Capital Markets knowledge/experience is a plus.
- Experience using Bloomberg, FactSet and AI tools is a plus.
- Assets: P.Eng, MBA, CPA/CA designation or CFA program.
- Good business judgment and decision-making.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines; ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.
- Energetic, self-motivated, hardworking, one firm minded and detail-oriented.
Nice to Have
- Capital Markets knowledge/experience would be an asset.
- Experience using Bloomberg, FactSet and AI tools would be an asset.
- P.Eng, MBA, CPA/CA designation or completion of the CFA program is an asset.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: 155,000.00 - 225,000.00 USD per year. The salary shown is a guideline; actual offers may vary based on qualifications and experience.
- Flexible benefit programs supporting holistic well-being (family, financial, physical, mental, and social health).
- Location: New York City, NY.