Junior Analyst, Options
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Job Summary
Position
Junior Analyst Options
Location
Toronto ON (100% Onsite)
Employment Type: New Full-Time Permanent position
Salary: $65K
Hamilton ETFs is seeking a Junior Analyst Options to support and scale our options-based ETF strategies in a fast-growing entrepreneurial environment. If you are looking to gain exposure to the Exchange Traded Fund industry supporting trading portfolio management and operationsthis role could be for you!
Ideal for a sharp early-career professional or recent graduate this is an opportunity for someone analytical detail-oriented and excited to build expertise in the ETF industry within a high-performance team.
Hamilton ETFs offers:
- A competitive compensation package including comprehensive health and wellness benefits;
- We value collaboration open-mindedness and service focused mindsets;
- Diverse and inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders;
- Opportunity to evolve in a growing firm.
Proudly independent Hamilton ETFs is one of Canadas fastest growing exchange traded fund (ETF) providers offering a diverse suite of investment solutions for Canadian investors. Since launching its first ETF in 2016 Hamilton ETFs has grown to $14 billion in ETF assets under management driven by a commitment to excellence disciplined product development and portfolio management. Headquartered in Torontos financial district we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial workplace where high standards and accountability are balanced with a supportive team-oriented culture. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team of experienced and talented professionals.
Heres what you will do as Junior Analyst Options:
As Junior Analyst Options you will support the execution and management of our options-based ETF strategies. Reporting to the Head of ETF Operations & Accounting this position sits at the intersection of trading portfolio management and operations. The successful candidate will contribute to daily trading workflows portfolio monitoring and data management processes while gaining direct exposure to options markets and systematic investment strategies.
Responsibilities
Trading & Portfolio Support
- Monitor daily options trading activity and portfolio positioning;
- Maintain and enhance internal tools for portfolio and market monitoring;
- Assist in maintaining portfolio composition files option baskets and holdings data;
- Gain exposure to option strategies and daily trading workflows;
Trading Operations
- Perform daily reconciliations across internal systems custodians and service providers;
- Investigate and escalate discrepancies related to trades pricing and portfolio holdings;
- Monitor option lifecycle events including assignments expiries and corporate actions;
- Support trade booking settlement tracking and maintenance of trading records;
- Coordinate with custodians prime brokers and fund administrators on operational workflows;
- Assist with end-of-day processes and internal reporting;
Data & Reporting
- Maintain internal spreadsheets and reports tracking trades holdings and fund activity
- Support daily performance updates and portfolio reporting;
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of portfolio and security data across systems;
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows data quality and reporting processes.
Heres what youll need to be successful:
Education & Experience- Bachelors degree in Business Finance Economics Mathematics Engineering or a related field;
- 1 years of relevant experience (including internships) in asset management capital markets or investment operations;
- Basic understanding of options concepts (e.g. calls puts) or derivatives through coursework or personal interest is an asset;
- Demonstrated interest in financial markets (coursework research or personal investing);
Technical and Core Skills
- Working knowledge of Python VBA or other analytical tools;
- Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data;
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with solid analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively
- Clear professional communication skills both written and verbal
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced collaborative environment
- Reliable accountable and proactive in day-to-day work
Hamilton ETFs is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all applicants throughout the recruiting and selection process. Please let us know about any accommodation and/or support requirements. Please note only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Hamilton ETFs is working in partnership with HR à la carte for our recruitment efforts.
Please note: we are only accepting applications from those authorized to work in Canada and we are not currently sponsoring any temporary or permanent work visas.
Use of AI in Hiring: Some stages of our recruitment process may use AI-assisted tools to support recruitment efforts; however all applications are screened and assessed by human addition all final hiring decisions are made by humans.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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