Market Research Associate
About The Position
Fidelity Canada’s Market Research team is part of the firm’s Corporate Affairs group, and provides market and/or competitive insights to support strategic planning efforts. We are looking for a natural communicator with a strong analytical foundation and innate curiosity to join our team as a Market Research Associate. This role is responsible for analyzing, interpreting and communicating insightful market and/or competitive research in support of business development, thought leadership and strategic business planning for Fidelity Canada. You will gain diverse exposure to Fidelity's functional areas and leadership teams and will have the opportunity to see tangible results from your research.
Requirements
- A minimum of 1 - 3 years' relevant experience is required, preferably in the market research/ financial services/ asset management industry
- A University Degree in a business, economics or quantitative focus area required, or equivalent work experience.
- Solid understanding of the financial services and asset management industry.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative ability with proven skills in conducting sophisticated data analysis.
- Excellent oral and written communicator with well-developed data visualization and presentation skills.
- An avid learner who stays ahead of trends and is confident in their ability to learn new technologies and adapt to constantly evolving demands.
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards.
- Ability to build rapport and credibility with stakeholders including business leaders at all levels.
Nice To Haves
- A Post-graduate degree in a business or quantitative subject area (including MBA) is an asset
- Bilingualism in English and French is an asset
- Completion of the CSC designation is preferred
- Completion of the MRIA designation is considered an asset, as well as other investment-focused designations CFA/CAIA/CIM/etc
Responsibilities
- Assist with Fidelity Canada’s primary research program including questionnaire design, sampling, data collection, and analysis.
- Synthesize quantitative and qualitative data and preparing research reports and/or dashboards for key internal partners.
- Support Fidelity Canada’s retail and institutional business lines with demand analysis and competitive positioning to identify key financial industry trends and uncover new business opportunities, working closely with industry-leading market research partners to inform strategic decision making.
- Coordinate strategic projects for the Research team including scheduling, collaborating with internal and external partners, identifying risks, and reporting.
Benefits
- Base Salary and Discretionary Performance Bonus: Total annual cash compensation (base salary pus target bonus) ranges from $85,000 to $96,000 based on your experience and qualifications.
- RRSP Contribution: After 6 months of employment, we invest in your future with an RRSP contribution—no employee matching required.
- Flexible working arrangements - 100% remote, hybrid, and in office options
- Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you
- Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, that include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy
- Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks
- Up to $650 for home office equipment
- Generous time off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice
- Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups
- Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
