Senior Analyst/Associate, Performance & Analytics

BCI•Victoria, BC

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI), with $295.0 billion of gross assets under management as of March 31, 2025, is a leading investment management service provider for British Columbia’s public sector and one of Canada's largest asset managers. BCI seeks global investment opportunities across various asset classes, integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into all investment decisions. Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, BCI fosters a strong employee-focused culture. The Performance & Analytics team is seeking a Senior Analyst or Associate in Victoria, British Columbia, to deliver decision-ready performance insights that directly support investment teams and senior leadership. This role, reporting to the Manager/Senior Manager, Asset Class Performance, is a key contributor to a team that serves as a trusted and independent source of performance insight and directly supports BCI’s investment strategy. The position will be filled based on the successful candidate's experience and qualifications. At the Senior Analyst level, the focus is on accurate, timely preparation, validation, and delivery of performance reporting across asset classes, with a strong emphasis on private markets. At the Associate level, the role brings deeper specialization in private markets performance measurement, including return calculations, benchmarks, attribution frameworks, and reporting, and leads enhancements to performance data, processes, and tools, driving cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in investment performance measurement or a closely related role within an institutional asset manager, pension plan, or financial institution
Undergraduate degree in finance, mathematics, economics, statistics, or computer science; progress toward CIPM, CFA, or CAIA considered an asset, or equivalent experience
Solid understanding of institutional portfolios and performance methodologies, including time‑and money-weighted returns, attribution, benchmarking, and GIPS principles
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and the ability to communicate performance results clearly and on time
Ability to manage competing priorities within established processes and timelines
Advanced Excel skills, including Power Query and pivot tables, and working SQL knowledge for data validation and issue resolution
Ability to read and modify Python scripts, with comfort using code as an analytical tool
5+ years of experience in institutional investment performance measurement
Active pursuit or completion of CIPM, CFA, or CAIA designation strongly preferred
Strong understanding of institutional investment portfolios and industry-standard performance methodologies
Strong communicator; distills complex quantitative findings for diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to lead initiatives and drive process and data improvements
SQL: Proficient in multi-table queries; independently validates and troubleshoots data discrepancies
Python: Ability to write and maintain well-documented scripts supporting performance and data workflows

Nice To Haves

Experience with SimCorp Dimension (Performance module)
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or Excel VBA
Experience using AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) to support analysis or efficiency
Strong relationship building skills in a large institutional environment
Dash or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver performance reports accurately and on time
Monitor, validate, and explain performance data; investigate and resolve return anomalies
Respond to ad hoc performance data and analysis requests
Identify opportunities to improve reports, workflows, and processes
Document procedures and support internal controls
Participate in business planning, corporate initiatives, and compliance and risk management activities
Apply and refine performance methodologies, return calculations, and benchmark frameworks
Lead complex performance analysis; respond to advanced ad hoc requests from investment teams and senior leadership
Resolve complex return anomalies using sound methodological judgment
Drive enhancements to reporting workflows, data processes, automation, and analytical tools
Evolve analytical tools and frameworks to meet changing business and investment needs
Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives; provide guidance and training to team members
Maintain awareness of industry best practices in performance measurement and private markets
Support internal controls, compliance, risk management, and business continuity planning