Equity Research Associate, Diversified Financials

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1

BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service financial services provider. We offer corporate and investment banking, treasury management, as well as research and advisory services to clients around the world. #bmocapitalmarkets

BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service North American-domiciled financial services provider offering equity and debt underwriting, corporate lending and project financing, merger and acquisitions advisory services, securitization, treasury management, market risk management, debt and equity research, and institutional sales and trading. BMO Capital Markets has approximately 2,700 professionals in 33 locations around the world. The Equity Research department covers close to 900 stocks across diverse sectors.

We are currently searching for an associate to join our team, covering diversified Canadian financials, and based in our Toronto office (this is an in-office and not a remote or hybrid role).

**Description**:
The Equity Research Associate will support BMO’s Diversified Financials Analyst in analyzing publicly traded companies, conducting industry research, and preparing detailed financial models and reports. This role is ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills and a passion for financial markets. Key responsibilities include:

- Conduct thorough financial analysis of large cap publicly traded companies.
- Assist Research Analyst in conducting comprehensive industry and company analysis.
- Develop and maintain financial models to forecast company performance.
- Analyze financial statements, market data, and industry trends.
- Prepare detailed research reports, presentations, and investment recommendations.
- Monitor news, earnings releases, and other relevant information for covered companies and industries.
- Attend company earnings calls, conferences, and industry events.
- Maintain databases of financial and industry data.
- Engage with sales, trading, and investment clients.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and firm policies.

**Experience/Skills**:

- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in industry and/or finance.
- Preference given to those with an accounting firm background, completing their CA designation.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Superior work ethic, self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
- Ability to systematically manage a heavy workload and meet stringent deadlines.
- Flexibility to work irregular or extended hours.
- A keen interest in Equity Research.
- Solid technology skills with robust knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Bloomberg.

**Education**:

- Post-secondary degree in a related field of study.
- Preference given for Masters degree, CPA/CA and/or CFA charterholders.

**Base Salary**:
CAD $115,000

**Salary**:
**Pay Type**:
Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

**About Us**

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.