Director, Supervisory Analyst

Requisition ID: 171464

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

The Equity Research department of Scotiabank currently has an opening for the position of Director, Supervisory Analyst to approve research publications. This position is suitable for an individual who has Supervisory Analyst experience or 3+ years of Equity Research Analyst or Associate experience coupled with a CFA designation. The ideal candidate will have current registrations with Canadian and US regulatory bodies.

Is this role right for you?

• Review and sign off on equity research publications and other communications, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines
• Ensure consistency throughout equity research publications including models, investment theses and supporting arguments
• Work closely with Research Analysts and Associates to ensure that a clear message is conveyed in all publications
• Review equity research reports for content, commerciality, quality, clarity, grammar, and application of editorial styles; material is in English
• Ensure appropriate disclosures are included in research publications
• Liaise with the Compliance department on queries, policies and compliance/regulatory matters impacting equity research, and restricted list/watch list escalations
• Update databases and spreadsheets
• Maintain a high level of communication with Equity Research Analysts and Associates
• Special projects and participation in working groups as assigned

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? We'd love to work with you if you have:

• A university degree in business or a relevant discipline
• Completion of the CFA program is preferred
• Completion of the Partners, Directors & Seniors Officers (PDO) exam is preferred
• Current IIROC registration as a Supervisor is preferred
• FINRA Series 16 License is preferred (timely & successful completion of the Series 16 exam will be required for individuals who do not have this license)
• Previous Supervisory Analyst, Equity Research Analyst or Research Associate experience is required
• Knowledge of equity research compliance procedures
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using BlueMatrix or similar authoring/publishing tools would be an asset
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure with minimal supervision
• Good business judgment, and problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work well with a team of Supervisory Analysts in various locations/time zones
• Fluency in Spanish would be an asset

Individuals applying to this role must be willing to work a late afternoon/evening shift as well as weekends. This position does permit working from home.

Location(s): Canada : Alberta : Calgary || Canada : British Columbia : Vancouver || Canada : British Columbia : Victoria || 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. If you require technical assistance, please . 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.

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