Research Associate

Research Associate

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (Hybrid)

This role requires fluency in English in order to support a global work environment. 

*Please note that preference is given to candidates based in the greater Montreal area.*

• Do you have a deep passion for economics and financial market?
• Are you driven by creativity, results have a strong willingness to learn and develop your expertise?

In this role you will report to a Senior Vice President (Research and Information Operations) and will assist in the production of quality research reports.

• Your responsibilities will include producing visually appealing charts and comprehensive research reports.
• You will also be involved in handling client requests and generating insightful charts using our proprietary tool APL, or Bloomberg and Excel.
• You will have the opportunity to work with diverse financial and economic data, honing your data-searching techniques.
• You will contribute to the production process for various BCA products by creating charts and tables.
• All this will be accomplished in a fast-paced, deadline-drive atmosphere, providing you with ample opportunities for growth and development.

Joining our team means embracing a set of behavioral competencies that will drive your success and foster a collaborative environment. These competencies include:

• Teamwork
• Autonomy
• Commitment
• Creativity
• Professional ethics
• Analytical mindset
• Enthusiasm

To excel in this role, we require the following qualifications.

• An undergraduate degree in commerce, finance, or economics
• Ideally 1 to 2 years of experience in a research role
• Experience in the financial services industry, preferably within an investment institution
• Knowledge of statistical packages and exposure to financial applications and time series databases would be advantageous.
• Professional fluency in both written and spoken English, as you will collaborate with colleagues in the US and globally.

Join our team and become part of an inclusive and innovative organization that values your expertise and offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey in the world of macro research!

BCA Research is the leading independent provider of global investment research. Since 1949, BCA Research's mission has been to shape the level of conviction with which our clients make investment decisions, through the delivery of leading-edge analysis and forecasts of all the major asset classes and economies.

Why us?

We offer a competitive compensation package which empowers our employees to thrive both professionally and personally. Our benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, employer matching retirement plan, flexible work arrangements, vacation time & paid holidays, tuition reimbursement & learning resources.

BCA Research provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.