Job Research Analyst in Toronto

Requisition ID: 177299

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose:

The Climate and Socio-Economic Research Analyst is expected to provide the Scotiabank Economics department with timely research & technical support with a focus on climate policies and economics as well as socio-economic developments impacting the longer-term outlook. They will assist the Head of Inclusion & Resilience Economics, as well as other members of the Department, in fulfilling their empirical and policy-related research agenda through statistical analysis, econometric modelling, maintaining various relevant databases, the preparation of PowerPoint presentation decks, creating charts, tables, and figures, qualitative research, and drafting for multiple publications. The role will work closely with a team of general economic Research Analysts.

Accountabilities:

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  Data management. Managing databases related areas of work.
• Research. Providing support for various departmental publications through the compilation of data, statistical analysis, econometric modelling, and the creation of charts, tables, and figures, with attendant copy editing.
• Presentation support. Creating PowerPoint presentation decks, social media posts, etc.
• Provide added value by critically exploring and suggesting novel and insightful ways to present data and ideas.
• Internal and external research support. On-going and ad hoc support to other departments within Scotiabank, as well as to external clients.

Education:

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  Bachelor’s degree in Economics
• Working knowledge of economic and financial markets, as well as issues pertaining to climate change, transition economics, and socio-economic trends impacting longer-term economic growth

Requirements & Qualifications:

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  Good verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy are critical
• High level of proficiency in computer applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) and econometrics software (e.g. Eviews)
• Experience working in climate and/or socio-economic issues an asset
• Fluency in Spanish or French an asset

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.