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About the role
- Research Analyst analyzing real estate markets, fund performance, and investments for Canadian asset manager Centurion. Embedding AI tools into research workflows and producing investor-focused commentary.
Responsibilities
- Support Centurion's research function through market and industry analysis, data synthesis and preparation of research output
- Conduct statistical and attribution analyses on fund performance, investor behaviour and market dynamics
- Research industry trends, macroeconomic conditions and comparable market activity
- Synthesize internal and third-party data into structured analysis for review by the Chief Economist
- Maintain working knowledge of Canadian and North American real estate, capital markets and alternative investment data sources
- Draft research notes, monthly fund commentary and industry updates for review and publication by the Chief Economist
- Contribute research, data and drafting support to whitepapers and thought-leadership pieces
- Identify, test and embed AI tools for market analysis, data synthesis, automation and report generation
- Document AI-assisted research workflows to ensure they are repeatable, auditable and consistent with sourcing standards
- Stay current on AI developments applied to economic, real estate and investment research
- Work with Asset Management, Investor Administration and other internal teams to source data and validate analytical inputs
- Respond to internal requests for research and analysis
- Partner with Compliance to ensure research output meets regulatory and internal standards for accuracy and sourcing
Requirements
- 2-5 years of experience in a research or economics role, ideally within real estate, financial services or investment management
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Comfort with statistical analysis, attribution analysis and working with large datasets
- Strong writing skills and ability to produce clear, concise research prose
- Demonstrated ability to apply AI tools to analytical work is a strong asset
- Practical experience embedding AI into research, data or reporting workflows is a strong asset
- Comfortable working within a regulated environment and inside compliance review processes
- Post-secondary degree in economics, finance, statistics, data science or a related quantitative discipline
- Progress toward a Masters, CFA, CBV or a comparable designation is an asset
Benefits
- Competitive Total Rewards Packages
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
- Flexible Work Week Schedules
- Vacation Policy based on Length of Service
- Summer and Holiday Hours Programs
- Centurion Learning Academy
- Opportunities for Growth
- Education Reimbursement Policy
- Mentoring Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Ergonomic Workstations Equipped with Standing Desks
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Company-wide Internal Communication Platforms
- Employee Volunteer Opportunities
- Quarterly Townhall Meetings and Social Gatherings
- Employee Innovation Program
- Corporate Discount Card
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