Work Location:

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Hours:

37.5

Line of Business:

TD Wealth

Pay Details:

$100,000 - $140,000 CADThis role is eligible for a discretionary variable compensation award that considers business and individual performance.

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

TD Asset Management (TDAM), a member of TD Bank Financial Group, is a leading North American investment manager offering progressive investment solutions to both institutional and individual investors. For over two decades, the organization has established competitive market positions in active, quantitative, and passive portfolio management. As of September 30, 2024, TDAM and its affiliates manage over $452 billion in assets on behalf of pension, insurance, endowment/foundation, and corporate clients, as well as high-net worth clients and retail mutual funds.

In attaining this client commitment, TDAM has built one of Canada's largest and most respected investment management and research teams with more than 220 Portfolio Managers, Associate Portfolio Managers, Traders and Analysts.

As part of our continued expansion into the alternatives space, we are looking to recruit an Investment Associate to join the rapidly growing Commodities business. TDAM has been involved in the alternatives space for over 30 years and currently has teams focused on Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Private Credit. TDAM Commodities is responsible for building and delivering commodity solutions to both institutional and retail clients, with several funds under management. The team will also work closely as SMEs with colleagues across the broader firm.

Job Description:

As a member of the team, the Associate will work closely with colleagues to generate, research, and implement alpha-generating investment ideas across the commodity space. The individual will conduct fundamental research lending to differentiated insights and ideas and will be expected to leverage their work to add value. The selected individual will have the opportunity to directly work with senior portfolio managers and have an impact on investment decisions. The individual will also play a critical role in the development of analytical tools and market data. The individual may be involved in client-facing portfolio updates and investment strategy discussions. The individual should be enthusiastic about global markets and managing client-specific investment solutions, committed to investment excellence and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze commodity market trends, supply and demand factors, pricing movement and economic indicators
• Use quantitative models to assess market dynamics and forecast commodity prices
• Gather and process large datasets related to commodity prices, trade volumes, production reports etc
• Create daily, weekly or monthly reports summarizing key trends, risks and opportunities in the commodity markets
• Maintain databases and ensure the accuracy of historical data for market analysis
• Assist senior PMs by providing real-time market insights, preparing reports and contributing strategy discussions
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management and clients, providing clear and concise insights into market trends
• Collaborate with cross-functional team, including trading, operations, compliance, risk management etc

Skills and qualifications

• Bachelor/master degree in financial economics, engineering or quantitative educational background
• Working towards CFA designation is preferred
• Strong programing skills, with experience in data analysis, modeling and statistical tools.
• Proficiency in Python is required
• Basic understanding of capital and commodity markets, supply chains and macroeconomic is preferred
• Excellent attention to detail, high level of intellectual curiosity and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate solutions to complex problems

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Who We Are:

TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you've got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we're here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical, and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes a base salary, variable compensation, and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off, banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition programs. Learn more

Additional Information:
We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Please be advised that this job opportunity is subject to provincial regulation for employment purposes. It is imperative to acknowledge that each province or territory within the jurisdiction of Canada may have its own set of regulations, requirements.

Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we're committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation
Your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you'd like accommodations (including accessible meeting rooms, captioning for virtual interviews, etc.) to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the interview process.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Language Requirement (Quebec only):

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