Title:  Senior Business Analyst, Global Investment Management Office

Requisition ID: 238369

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

As the Senior Business Analyst, Investment Management Office, you will act as a key contributor to the Scotia Investment Management business reporting to both the Director, Investment Management Development and the Director, Investment Management Office. You will ensure the effective and timely delivery of initiatives in support of the 1832 Asset Management business and other Scotia Investment Fund Manufacturers (IFMs) globally.    
  
In this role, you will have significant input into the Investment Management compensation plans, acting as a key resource in ensuring that the PM compensation process is well supported and will participate in the overall process from start to finish on an annual basis. As the Senior Business Analyst, IMO, you will also be responsible for executing on business matters, internal analysis and reporting, internal administration and associated processes in support of the investment management team.

 
Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

1.    Participate in the on-going administration of incentive-based compensation plans for the team of investment professionals within 1832 Asset Management (1832 AM):  
•    Participate in the annual review and administration of the incentive-based compensation plans, including plan formulation, design, implementation, calculation and payment of annual incentives  
•    Collaborate with key internal partners on compensation plan design and implementation  
•    Work in partnership with the GAM Finance team to ensure ensuring timely administration of issues related to the Investment Counsel team compensation, including the administration and delivery of Annual Fund Management Worksheets (AFMWs)   
 
2.    Ensure the effective and accurate internal operations of 1832: 
•    Participate in the preparation of regular and as/required internal management reports 
•    Participate in the expense review process and ensure the prompt and timely payment of outstanding invoices to our vendors and partners where required. Support the execution and delivery of the Soft Dollar program for the Investment Management business.  
•    Assist in the deployment, as required, of business tools required for the effective storage and reporting of internal metrics and key performance, compensation and indicators, and frequently reviewed data used by 1832 AM 
•    Ensure the accuracy of data contained within 1832 tools and systems; conduct regular reviews and testing of data to ensure compliance to 100% accuracy 
  
3.    Work closely with the Director, Investment Management Development and the Director, Investment Management Office, to effectively execute the business strategy of 1832 Asset Management and other IFMs:  
•    Participate in the design and improvement of existing operational and internal processes to allow for the continued growth of the overall 1832 organization, scaling of business operations and implementation of tools/systems in a cost effective and efficient manner 
•    Participate in the budget/business planning process for 1832 AM 
 
4.    Participate in the on-going administration of incentive-based compensation plans for the team of investment professionals within 1832 Asset Management (1832 AM):  
•    Participate in the annual review and administration of the incentive-based compensation plans, including plan formulation, design, implementation, calculation and payment of annual incentives  
•    Collaborate with key internal partners on compensation plan design and implementation  
•    Work in partnership with the GAM Finance team to ensure ensuring timely administration of issues related to the Investment Counsel team compensation, including the administration and delivery of Annual Fund Management Worksheets (AFMWs)   
 
5.    Ensure the effective and accurate internal operations of 1832: 
•    Participate in the preparation of regular and as/required internal management reports 
•    Participate in the expense review process and ensure the prompt and timely payment of outstanding invoices to our vendors and partners where required. Support the execution and delivery of the Soft Dollar program for the Investment Management business.  
•    Assist in the deployment, as required, of business tools required for the effective storage and reporting of internal metrics and key performance, compensation and indicators, and frequently reviewed data used by 1832 AM 
•    Ensure the accuracy of data contained within 1832 tools and systems; conduct regular reviews and testing of data to ensure compliance to 100% accuracy 

6.    Work closely with the Director, Investment Management Development and the Director, Investment Management Office, to effectively execute the business strategy of 1832 Asset Management and other IFMs:  
•    Participate in the design and improvement of existing operational and internal processes to allow for the continued growth of the overall 1832 organization, scaling of business operations and implementation of tools/systems in a cost effective and efficient manner 
•    Participate in the budget/business planning process for 1832 AM 

7.    Participate in the communication strategy for the Investment Management business, including:  
•    Work with the Director, Investment Management Development and the Director, Investment Management Office on the creation of presentations and materials for a variety of audiences, including internal and external parties 
•    Support investment leadership in aligning talent management strategies with overarching business objectives through data analysis and strategic insights. 
•    Assist in identifying high-potential talent by analyzing performance measures and contributing to the design of targeted development initiatives. 
•    Collaborate in the creation and tracking of individualized development plans to enhance both technical and leadership capabilities. 
•    Conduct and interpret capability assessments to inform career pathing and identify growth opportunities. 
•    Partner with leaders to develop and maintain clear career progression frameworks within the investment team. 
•    Coordinate and evaluate learning and development programs aimed at strengthening functional expertise and soft skills. 
•    Contribute to succession planning by analyzing workforce data to identify critical roles and support the development of talent pipelines. 
•    Leverage data-driven insights to forecast talent gaps and recommend proactive strategies to address future needs. 
•    Promote a culture of continuous learning and internal mobility by supporting initiatives that build leadership readiness. 
•    Integrate DEI principles into talent strategies by analyzing equity in access to development opportunities and supporting inclusive practices. 
•    Support gender diversity initiatives by providing analytical insights and operational support for strategies that enhance the representation and advancement of women within the investment team. 

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if you have:

•    Undergraduate degree in business or related field.  
•    Working toward a graduate degree or other designation (CPA, MBA) is an asset. 
•    Minimum 4 – 6 years of experience working with investment management teams  
•     Knowledge of investment management compensation processes would be an asset.  
•    Results-focused, with project management and technical skills.  
•    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.  
•    Exceptional attention to detail.   
•    Familiarity with the business planning process.  
•    Strong organizational skills; and  
•    Ability to work with various matrix teams across the Bank  

Dimensions

•    Annual spend on investment professional compensation is in excess of $40 million. Success in this role will be measured by 100% accuracy in the administration of these incentive-based compensation plans, as small errors can be extremely costly 
 
•    Assets Under Management for 1832 AM is over $200bn, with a team of ~160 investment management professionals 
 
•    Successful and value-add support to the Director, Business Planning and Operations and meaningful participation of all projects/program cycles, respecting critical deadlines within established timelines and within budget 

This position requires a high degree of analytical and communication skills. The incumbent must handle a significant workload and must determine priorities between competing demands as workflows from many sources. The incumbent is often required to work under tight timelines and deadlines to ensure analysis of materials is executed quickly and thoroughly. The working environment can be stressful, due to tight and inflexible deadlines and constantly shifting priorities with little warning given of changing work volumes.  
  
This role is also responsible for working with a team of ~160 investment management professionals, each with mandates varying in degree of complexity.   
 

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

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