Research and Analysis Summer Student

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontarios capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair improper or fraudulent practices to foster fair efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets to foster capital formation and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy operational and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.

We offer a diverse fair and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.

The Economic and Market Analysis department within the Thought Leadership division supports the Commission in achieving its mandate by helping identify the economic implications of policy proposals; providing evidencebased research in support of the organizations goals and priorities; and monitoring macroeconomic activity and developments in financial markets.

The Opportunity

This is a unique chance to apply the problemsolving skills learned in your studies to current regulatory issues at Canadas largest securities regulator. Reporting to the Manager Research and Analytics you will provide research and analytical support to members of the Research and Analysis group to assist in ongoing policy related or operational initiatives at the OSC. You will be responsible for several tasks including conducting quantitative and qualitative research drafting reports and preparing presentations.

What you Bring to the Role

The ideal candidate will be pursuing a masters degree or at least transitioning towards a postgrad degree in economics finance public policy or a quantitative discipline. You have strong communication and writing skills; an ability to work effectively with others and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. A high degree of proficiency in conducting research analytical thinking and attention to detail is a prerequisite for this position. In addition the following would be considered an asset:

• Demonstrated interestin financial markets and economic analysis
• Interest in identifying new methods and tools to address emerging research and data challenges
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and experience building reports and dashboards using Tableau or other business intelligence tools.
• Experience with data science tools in Python or R for data preparation and analysis
• Experience with key financial market data sources such as Bloomberg LSEG Refinitiv S&P Capital IQ Morningstar Direct etc.

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Application Instructions

Please include the file number and position title in your application. In addition your application must include the following:

• Cover letter stating your interest in working for the OSC and branch
• Resume
• Copies of your current graduate transcripts
• Reference letters are welcomed but not required

If possible please attach the above documents inone PDF document with the naming convention Last Name First Name File #JR100 if possible.

Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.

The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrierfree to all underrepresented groups including but not limited to Indigenous Black and racialized groups people with disabilities women and people from the 2SLGBTQI community to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.

The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada BlackNorth Initiative Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada

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