Equity Research Associate – Global Metals & Mining

Equity Research Associate – Global Metals & Mining
BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service North American-based financial services provider offering equity and debt underwriting, corporate lending and project financing, merger and acquisitions advisory services, securitization, treasury management, market risk management, debt and equity research, and institutional sales and trading. BMO Capital Markets has approximately 2,700 professionals in 33 locations around the world, including 19 offices in North America.
 
The Equity Research department covers over 900 stocks across diverse sectors, and provides equity strategy, quantitative analysis and portfolio management services to our clients. We are currently searching for an associate for our equity research team focusing on Global Metals & Mining in our Toronto, Ontario office. 

Description
As an Equity Research Associate, the successful candidate will work closely with an analyst in support of providing insights and research on numerous companies primarily precious metals. The work environment involves collaboration, co-ordination and a shared knowledge base with the analyst and rest of the team. The associate role requires excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative/versatile team player. Tasks include but are not limited to:
-    Daily writing of research reports and comments
-    Analysis of financial statements and press releases 
-    Examination of industry databases and publications
-    Completion of extraordinary information and data requests
-    Creation and maintenance of detailed financial models
-    Communication of recommendations to internal and external clients
-    Participation in site visits and management meetings

Experience/Skills
A combination of exceptional writing skills, technical knowledge and skills in finance or accounting demonstrated through relevant work and educational experience is required. Prior industry experience in the mining industry is not required but could be a benefit. Candidates must have a clear and proven track record of achievement throughout their education and career. Other necessary attributes include:
-    Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
-    A keen interest in Equity Research and mining
-    A positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, the ability to learn quickly and strong attention to detail
-    Superior work ethic, self-motivation and the ability to work independently
-    Ability to systematically manage a heavy work load and meet stringent deadlines
-    Flexibility to work irregular or extended hours
-    Solid technology skills with robust knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Bloomberg, FactSet

Education
Candidates should have an MBA/M.Fin degree with excellent grades or a CA designation and advancing towards the CFA designation. Geology or Mining background with real world experience would be beneficial.

If you meet the qualifications outlined, please include a detailed cover letter, resume and one short writing sample in your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.