Associate, Trading Strategy (Quantitative Research)

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One of Canadas Most Trusted Investment Brands.

AtPicton Mahoney Asset Management (PICTON Investments)being alternativeisntjust what we doitswho we are.

Founded by industry pioneer David Picton weve spent over 20 years challenging conventional wisdom and redefining the investing landscape. As one of Canadas most trusted investment brands we are proudly independentprivately run 100% employee-owned and deeply committed to delivering results for our clients.

Thinking Alternatively is in Our DNA

With a team of 241 bold thinkersone-third dedicated solely to investment managementwe are specialists not generalists. Managing$19.3 billion (July 31 2026) for institutional and retail clients we navigate markets with conviction resilience and a forward-thinking approach.

Were more than investors were innovators. We challenge traditional investment mindsets constantly pushing the boundaries to achieve our mission: To bring greater certainty to investors.

Our success is built on four guiding principles:

• Treat investors money like our own.

• Redefine the way investors invest.

• Be humanalways approachable.

• Succeed together one investment at a time.
  

These arent just wordsthey define how we think how we invest and how we work.

Nowwereentering our next our brand and reshaping the way the world invests. If you think alternatively embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in a dynamic bureaucracy-free environment join us and be part ofwhatsnext.

Thriving in Our Entrepreneurial Culture

AtPICTON Investmentsyoullthrive in our creative and dynamic workplace where collaboration and support are at the core of everything we do. At our firmyoullhave the opportunity to take on significant responsibilities work in a flexible environment and tackle challenging projects from the outset. Our culture is designed for ambitious professionals who want to make an immediate impact while continuing to push boundaries and achieve our greater empowered witha high levelof responsibility trust and flexibility providing an exciting and creative space for you to help reshape how the world views alternative investments. With competitive total rewards performance-based bonuses and a clear path for career growthyoullhave everything you need to develop both now and over the longer term.

The Opportunity

PICTON Investments is seeking an Associate to join the Trading Strategy group within the Investments Team. This is a role for a recent graduate with a quantitative background who wants to apply technical skills directly to investment research and strategy.

You will work alongside analysts portfolio managers and strategists on thematic quantitative and macro research building the tools screens and analytical frameworks the desk uses to generate and test investment ideas. The role offers unusual breadth for a junior seat: macro markets quantitative analysis derivatives and thematic investing.

We are looking for someone with demonstrated ability in mathematics and computer science strong problem-solving instincts and the drive to learn quickly and work independently.

The expected annual base salary range for this role is $80000 to $100000 with final base salary determined based on experience skills education and internal addition to base salary this role is eligible for variable compensation including participation in the Companys discretionary bonus program subject to applicable plan terms.

AtPICTON Investmentsbeing employee-owned meanswe take care of our team and offer opportunities for top performers toparticipatein our equity ownership program over time. Eligible employees get access to a full benefits package including profit sharing health and wellness coverage life and disability insurance paid time off and holidays learning and development programs and more many of which are fully covered or subsidized by us.

Responsibilities of the Role

• Build and maintain tools data pipelines and processes for quantitative fundamental and non-traditional analysis of equity and macro market trends
• Support the development testing and refinement of trading strategies and thematic investment frameworks.
• Own and improve internal technology assets related to trading strategy
• Monitor markets industry developments and political/economic events; synthesize findings into clear actionable research for the desk
• Provide support across trading processes risk management and the internal technology development cycle
• Build effective working relationships across the Investments Team and with external counterparts (sell-side research data vendors)
  

Qualifications and Experience Required

• University degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Mathematics or a related quantitative field new graduates and candidates within two years of graduation are encouraged to apply
• Very strong proficiency in Python and SQL; advanced Excel; familiarity with APIs and version control (git) an asset
• Genuine interest in financial markets; willingness to pursue the CFA designation
• Relevant internship co-op and/or substantive project experience in asset management sales and trading or quantitative research is a requirement
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate findings clearly in writing and verbally
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing effectively to a small collaborative team as well as the broader Investment Team at PICTON.
• Professional organized and adaptable in a fast-moving environment

Our Commitment to Employees

AtPICTON Investments we take pride in enhancing our employees experiences through a comprehensive suite of exceptional perks and programs. Our benefits include corporate fitness reimbursement and discounts VersaFi memberships (formerly Women in Capital Markets) PICTON Investment Counseling and portfolio management services volunteer and charitable donation matching maternity and parental leave top-up recognition awards semi-annual performance bonuses a generous annual vacation entitlement (minimum of 15 days per year) training and development reimbursement extensive health and dental benefits a healthcare spending account and more.

These offerings are designed to support your career growth well-being and overall success. Join us and thrive in an environment that values and invests in you!

PICTON Investmentsis committed to providing an equitable and fair work environment for everyone and all hiring and other personnel actions will be taken without regard to race colour creed religion sex disability gender identity gender expression family status age language or national origin. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse experiences globally. Canadian experience is not required. If you require an accommodation at any point in time throughout the application and hiring process please contact Human Resources at or at.

PICTON Investmentsdoes not accept unsolicited resumes emails calls or any other form of communication from third-party recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited outreach including commercial electronic messages will neither be acknowledged nor considered.

Please note: We use AI-assisted tools to support parts of our recruitment process including summarizing interview notes and aligning candidate profiles with job requirements. All decisions are made by our hiring team.

Required Experience:

Junior IC