Title:  Manager, Quantitative Strategies and Analytics - Toronto

Requisition ID: 261521 

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose

The Manager provides analytical expertise to support the development, validation, monitoring, and documentation of quantitative models and analytical tools that enhance the investment process. Operating at the intersection of data analytics, finance, and technology, the role requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with partners and senior stakeholders. Success relies on balancing technical depth with business understanding. Reporting to the Senior Manager, this position analyzes data to generate insights, builds analytical tools, and applies quantitative methods to improve investment decision‑making, drive innovation, and support process automation.

Accountabilities 

• Conduct data analysis, statistical modeling, and performance measurement to support business decisions and ensure insights are accurate, relevant, and actionable.
• Design, enhance, and maintain models, dashboards, and data‑driven analytical tools, supporting both strategic and day‑to‑day investment needs.
• Develop and maintain quantitative investment frameworks to enhance decision‑making and support automation, optimization, and analytical innovation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, recommending enhancements to existing portfolio management tools, workflows, and methodologies.
• Apply quantitative and analytical skills to support the development and refinement of investment strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders to elicit, clarify, and translate business needs into well-defined analytical, data, or modeling requirements.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and success criteria for analytical tools, dashboards, and quantitative model initiatives.
• Promote and demonstrate alignment with enterprise values, diversity and inclusion principles, and a culture of collaboration.
• Ensure alignment with risk management practices, contributing to a risk-aware environment and adherence to policies.
• Foster a client‑centric culture, supporting investment teams by delivering timely, data‑driven insights and tools that enhance decision-making.
• Uphold Scotiabank’s Values, Code of Conduct, and Global Sales Principles, ensuring effective controls around operational, compliance, conduct, AML/ATF/sanctions, and reputational risk.
• Contribute to a high‑performance environment by supporting a people strategy that attracts, retains, and develops talent; fostering an inclusive culture; and demonstrating a coaching-oriented mindset.

Education / Experience

• University degree or significant coursework in an analytical field such as Data Science, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science & Engineering, or Business Analytics.
• Strong programming skills: Python and SQL.
• Hands-on experience with data visualization and BI tools, such as Power BI, Looker, Streamlit, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of statistics, probability, and relevant mathematical concepts.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice to haves

• Experience with developing web‑based analytical applications (e.g., using Streamlit, Dash, Flask, or similar frameworks).
• Exposure to machine learning and AI techniques, including model training, validation, and deployment.
• Experience with relevant investment tools and market data providers (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Axioma, Refinitiv).
• Understanding of quantitative investment research methods within bond, credit, or equity markets

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 (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our  Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.