Investment Analyst

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At Mercer, we're creating a culture where you can bring your authentic self to work. When you join us, you bring your inclusive energy and enthusiasm to a team that values you personally and professionally - regardless of who you are, what you look like, where you were raised or born, who you love or what your religious beliefs are. You are welcome here.

Mercer is seeking candidates for the following position in Montreal:

Investment Analyst

What can you expect?

In collaboration with Consultants and Senior analysts, the Investment Analyst in the Wealth group develop and implement customized solutions for institutional clients, including pension plan sponsors and trustees, endowments, and other institutional funds. To do so, the analyst will gather data from investment managers and third-party recordkeepers using Mercer's proprietary tools and prepares quarterly reports for clients.

What is in it for you?

* A company with a strong brand and strong results to match, and are committed to making a difference in the lives of people
* A culture of belonging, innovation, collaboration, internal mobility, and extraordinary career opportunities through our four businesses: Marsh, Mercer, Guy Carpenter, and Oliver Wyman, each consistently ranked the industry leader in their fields
* Competitive pay (salary and bonus potential), full benefits package - effective starting Day 1! (Medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, RSP (Retirement Savings Plan) or TFSA (Tax Free Savings Account))
* Generous paid time off for vacation, sick days, company holidays (with early dismissal), floating holidays, and time to give back to your community; flexible work culture
* Employee Resource Groups which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer, and mentoring opportunities, and interactions with counterparts in industry groups and client organizations

We Will Count On You To

* Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis utilizing Mercer proprietary tools
* Produce performance review reports for our clients
* Produce analysis reports for participants in Capital Accumulation Plans
* Communicate with investment managers and custodians to gather client data that will be used to prepare reports or obtain clarifications about them
* Stay informed about the opinions of our research teams regarding any changes affecting investment management firms in order to inform clients promptly and accurately about critical issues
* Produce research reports on investment managers, mutual funds, custodians, and administrators of capital accumulation plans
* Participate in the execution of studies on asset allocation, investment structure, and other investment-related activities
* Develop the knowledge and skills required to progress towards a senior analyst role

What You Need To Have

* Bachelor's degree in business, finance, actuarial studies, economics, or other business-related areas with strong quantitative and analytical course content
* Participation in graduate-level internship programs
* General understanding of the industry sector, trends in the retirement and investment market, the investment market, and investment managers
* Bilingual with strong written and verbal communication skills (in English and French)
* Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
* Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work under tight deadlines, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
* Motivated and willing to learn
* Strong overall computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office software and Excel usage

What Makes You Stand Out

* Passion for delivering the best service to clients
* General understanding of trends in the pension scheme market
* Looking for a long-term and dynamic career
* CFA, ASA or FICA certification or path to certification

Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer's approximately 25,000 employees are based in 43 countries and the firm operates in 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with more than 85,000 colleagues and annual revenue of over $20 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. For more information, visit mercer.com. Follow Mercer on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

In accordance with applicable legislation, Marsh McLennan will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual's particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need please contact TANA@mmc.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person