Intern, Investment Risk Research (Winter 2027)

Job summary

Prepare portfolio risk reports and monitor investment compliance and policy limits, escalating issues when needed. Research, develop, and prototype risk models, analytics, and reporting solutions, while collaborating with investment teams and stakeholders to improve risk integration and data quality.

Job details

At IMCO, our talent is among the best! IMCO offers a uniquely stimulating and rewarding environment where you can help build and drive organizational transformation, all while seeking to challenge yourself, learn, and grow your career. Our culture is built on collaboration and passion, with a shared commitment to delivering lasting value to the clients we serve. Located in downtown Toronto, our vision is to be the partner of choice for Ontario’s public sector funds and to build a high-performing, value-driven asset management firm. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. If you are ready to deliver best-in-class service and join a collaborative, motivated and fun team of professionals, IMCO offers the opportunity to do impactful work and broaden your expertise. If you’re looking to use your expertise to drive strategic outcomes, we’d love to hear from you. ‎ We are looking for a highly motivated student to join our team! The incumbent will be responsible for working with a team charged with research, development and deployment of all investment risk reporting and analytics in support of IMCO's stakeholders. We are seeking an investment risk professional with broad capital markets knowledge, a sound foundation of investment risk principles as well as various research techniques in support of investment strategy development. NOTE: Term is flexible for 4 or 8 months and will begin January 2027. As a Member of Our Team, You Will be Responsible For: Preparing and streamlining the following key initiatives/functions: Portfolio risk reporting including liquidity, factor, counterparty, derivative, FX, and credit risk. Investment compliance and policy restriction limit monitoring and escalation protocol for remedial actions. Participating in the development of risk models and tools, enabling investment risk to be fully incorporated into the investment decision making process. Working with Investment Risk Support and Investment teams to integrate and enhance Front Office risk analytics into the reporting process. Conducting risk management related research including portfolio risk disaggregation and forecasting techniques while ensuring methodologies are "portable" to any plan/client. Prototyping new risk management analytics, methodologies and reporting solutions. Performing reasonability checks to identify any potential data errors and providing feedback to resolve issues. Developing strong collaborative relationships with all stakeholders. What do you need to succeed? Strong academic background including a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (mathematics, statistics, quantitative finance, or equivalent). Proficiency in SQL, Python, VBA or equivalent. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, database tools and Microsoft Power BI. Demonstrated portfolio and risk modelling skills. Working knowledge of investment risk management and performance attribution, reporting principles and practices across asset classes/strategies and markets (public and private). Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve complex issues and problems with strong analytical skills. Ability to think independently and take initiative to seize opportunities and minimize issues. Strong collaborative skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to report complex information clearly and concisely. ‎ The base salary range for this position is CAD $45,000 to $65,000. The placement within the range is determined by the role and assessment of the candidate’s year of study and relevant work experience. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you with the specific details for this position, as well as the total rewards offering at IMCO. ‎ We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Our hybrid work model prioritizes an office-first approach, encouraging employees to make the most of our collaborative workspace at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6. This welcoming environment fosters teamwork, connection, and professional growth. While flexibility remains a key component of our model, we believe that regular in-office engagement enhances productivity and strengthens our culture. Our approach supports a fulfilling lifestyle that balances professional ambition with personal wellbeing. IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support parts of our recruitment process, such as screening and assessments. However, all hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. Candidates being considered for this position will be required to undergo background screening.

What you’ll do

Prepare portfolio risk reports and monitor investment compliance and policy limits, escalating issues when needed. Research, develop, and prototype risk models, analytics, and reporting solutions, while collaborating with investment teams and stakeholders to improve risk integration and data quality.

Requirements

Applicants must be pursuing or hold at least a bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline and demonstrate proficiency in SQL, Python, VBA, or equivalent tools. They should have portfolio and risk modeling skills, knowledge of investment risk and performance attribution across asset classes, strong analytical and communication abilities, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, database tools, and Power BI.

Listed skills

• SQL · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Investment Risk Management
• Portfolio Risk Reporting
• Risk Modeling
• Portfolio Modeling
• SQL
• Python
• VBA
• Microsoft Office
• Bloomberg
• Microsoft Power BI
• Investment Compliance Monitoring
• Performance Attribution
• Capital Markets Knowledge
• Data Quality Checks
• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Independent Thinking
• Credit Risk
• Organizational Transformation
• Risk Analytics
• Reporting Solutions
• Self-Motivation
• Research
• Asset Classes
• Asset Management
• Management
• Investments
• Capital Markets
• Communication
• Mathematical Finance
• Financial Risk
• Forecasting
• Front Office
• Investment Decisions
• Investment Strategy
• Python (Programming Language)
• Market Liquidity
• Risk Management
• Mathematics
• Proactivity
• Prototyping
• Research And Development
• Remedial Action
• Power BI
• SQL (Programming Language)
• Statistics
• Visual Basic For Applications
• Collaboration
• Derivatives
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Science & Research
• Investment Research Intern
• Risk Consultant
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Financial Risk Specialists

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