Equity Research Associate, Real Estate & REITS - Toronto

Requisition ID: 242360

Overview Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients an important bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world.

Global Banking & Markets provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients. Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange and precious & metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group. Be part of an innovative, Global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that puts capital to work for our clients across industries. We work together to drive ambition for every future.

About The Team

At Scotiabank, research is a key driver of our Global Equity platform. We specialize in the Canadian market, and we also supply targeted international research covering the United States and Latin America. Our top-ranked teams generate value-added equity ideas and themed publications. Our products include daily company-specific investment views, monthly and quarterly sector updates, in-depth fundamental research reports, portfolio analysis and recommendations, and equity strategy commentary.

Position Highlights Equity Research Associates enjoy a stimulating and demanding work environment. As part of Canada’s most international Bank, Scotiabank’s Research Associates have an opportunity to work for a top-ranked Equity Research franchise. Research Associates work closely with a seasoned Research Analyst to develop financial forecasts and publish research publications that allow our clients to make informed investment decisions. With a limited hierarchy and a team approach, Research Associates have ample opportunity to develop relationships with both institutional and corporate clients, in-depth sector expertise, exceptional financial modelling and valuation skills, and an understanding of the capital markets.

What You'll Do

Perform comprehensive financial statement analysis and create and maintain financial models

Conduct in-depth industry analysis and research using industry and financial sources

Collect, consolidate and interpret company and industry data

Assist in writing research publications, including morning commentary, company and industry reports, and theme-based research reports

Follow overall market news and evaluate market data to assess short and long-term trends

Prepare PowerPoint presentations for meetings with internal and external clients

Communicate and handle enquiries from institutional investors

Develop and maintain connections with investor relations and management of companies under coverage group

Liaise with sales, trading and other areas of the firm within regulatory guidelines

What You'll Bring

A university degree in business with a specialization in accounting or finance

A Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation, MBA, Master of Finance degree, or enrolment in/completion of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program is preferred

Work experience in the Real Estate/REITs sector in a financial, analytical, corporate development or M&A capacity would be an asset

Strong accounting, financial modeling, graphing, and analytical skills

Experience in analyzing financial statements and valuing companies

Excellent command of Microsoft Suite, with an emphasis on Excel & PowerPoint

Familiarity with VBA, Python, or other programming languages would be an asset

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good business judgment and decision-making skills, intellectual curiosity

Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of work

A high level of energy and a keen desire to learn

Work Arrangement This position is currently an on-site role, with the expectation that you will work 5 days a week in the office. Please note that this is subject to change based on the needs of the business.

Interested? If your experience is closely related but doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we do encourage you to apply - you might be the right candidate for this or other roles at Scotiabank!

At Scotiabank, every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are and, embraced for their differences. That’s why we work to grow and diversify talent and engage employees in a performance-oriented culture.

What’s in it for you? Scotiabank wants you to be able to bring your best self to work – and life, every day. With a focus on holistic well-being, our many flexible benefit programs are designed to help support your unique family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

Pursuant to a language needs assessment conducted by Scotiabank, the successful candidate will be required to be able to communicate in English in addition to French because they will be required to work closely with other groups from head office who operate primarily in English...

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries

Banking

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