Quantitative Researcher, Fixed Income

Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management (CC&L)

HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Why this role

Pace

Fast Paced

The role requires a fast-paced approach, as the Quantitative Researcher will be developing analytics that directly guide investment decisions, indicating a need for timely and efficient work.

Collaboration

High

Collaboration is key, as the role involves clearly communicating research proposals and results in a team setting, highlighting the importance of working closely with others.

Autonomy

High

The Quantitative Researcher has a high degree of autonomy, as they will be developing proprietary analytics independently and becoming a specialist in credit risk/valuation modeling.

Decision Impact

Team

Decisions made in this role have a significant impact on investment strategies, as the analytics developed directly guide investment decisions across a wide range of fixed income mandates.

Role Level

Individual Contributor

The role is complex, requiring a deep understanding of the fixed income market and options modeling, as well as the ability to perform thoughtful analysis and communicate technical concepts effectively.

Career Pivot Friendly

Welcomes transferable skills

Individuals with experience in quantitative analysis or financial modeling in other sectors, such as banking or consulting, would find this role a natural progression due to the analytical and technical skills required.

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

Developing proprietary analytics that guide investment decisions
Becoming a specialist in credit risk/valuation modeling
Clearly communicating research proposals and results in a collaborative setting

Typical background

Master’s degree in a quantitative field1 – 5 years of relevant work experience in quantitative research or a related field

Transferable backgrounds

Coming from quantitative analyst at a financial services firm
data analysis · investment modeling
The experience in quantitative analysis and investment modeling directly aligns with the role's requirement to develop proprietary analytics for investment decisions.
Coming from financial analyst in the banking sector
risk assessment · valuation modeling
The background in risk assessment and valuation modeling in banking provides a strong foundation for the credit risk and valuation modeling required in this role.

Skills & requirements

Required

ProgrammingData AnalysisCredit Risk/valuation ModelingOptions ModelingQuantitative Research

Preferred

Master’s Degree In A Quantitative Field1 – 5 Years Of Relevant Work ExperienceStrong Academic RecordsExceptional Achievements And Recognition

Stack & domain

ProgrammingData AnalysisCredit Risk/valuation ModelingOptions ModellingCollaborative CommunicationProactiveClear CommunicationFixed IncomeQuantitative Research

About the role

This role involves developing proprietary analytics to guide investment decisions in the fixed income market, requiring a candidate who is deeply analytical and can thrive in a collaborative environment.

Original posting from Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management (CC&L)

Toronto, ON or Vancouver, BC
We are looking for a Quantitative Researcher to join our dynamic and entrepreneurial Fixed Income Team. As a Quantitative Researcher, you will develop proprietary analytics that directly guide investment decisions across a wide range of fixed income mandates. As one of the few fixed income teams in Canada building an integrated quant capability from the ground up, this role offers meaningful exposure, responsibility, and the opportunity to grow alongside a small, highly collaborative investment team within a private firm.
Connor, Clark & Lunn has been recognized with the Coalition Greenwich Award for Best Asset Manager for Institutional Investors in Canada for 2025.
Our offices currently operate on a hybrid model with a combination of in-office and remote working days throughout the week.
What You Will Do
Use programming and data analysis to gain insights into the Fixed Income market
Create analytics to support investment decision making
Become a specialist in credit risk/valuation modeling
Clearly communicate research proposals and results in a collaborative setting
What You Bring
Academic Training – You have a master’s degree in a quantitative field with sound understanding of the Fixed Income market and options modelling. Exceptional achievements and recognition (e.g., research or awards, strong academic records) are helpful in demonstrating your abilities.
Relevant Work Experience – You have 1 – 5 years of relevant work experience showcasing independent research abilities.
Deeply Analytical – You possess an analytical mind and enjoy mental challenges. An ability to perform deep thoughtful analysis is required for this role.
Collaborative Communication – You thrive in a collaborative environment and value shared success. You proactively solicit and provide input and excel at communicating complex and technical concepts.
About Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management
Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management is a global institutional asset management firm established in 1982 and based in Vancouver, Canada. Our strong, stable team of investment professionals manages a broad range of investment solutions that includes traditional mandates such as developed and emerging market equities and fixed income, as well as alternative strategies such as portable alpha, market neutral and absolute return.
CPP Investments recently published a case study highlighting CC&L Investment Management's innovative and collaborative approach to quantitative investing in Canada. Read the full article here:
Pioneering the Quant Frontier.
Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. is part of the Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd. (CC&L Financial Group), a multi-boutique investment management company whose affiliates collectively manage over $179 billion in financial assets. Our affiliation with the CC&L Financial Group allows us to best deliver on the mission to provide superior performance and service to our clients.
Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.
The base salary range for full-time roles is $125,000 – $200,000 annually plus a competitive performance bonus. Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.
To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and academic transcripts.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted. Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Canada on their start date.
Apply for this Position
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Source: Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management (CC&L) careers