Research & Insights Analyst - 6 Month Term

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Department: ATB Wealth, Growth & Innovation

Job Number: REQ6688

Location: Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan

Apply by: September 17, 2023

Paygrade: K-OTH

System Title: Research & Insights Analyst 6

# Positions available: 1

Leader: Allison Comeau, Vice President, Growth & Innovation

• This is a 6 month term opportunity

As ATB's next Research & Insights Analyst, you'll be an integral part of ATB Wealth's Growth and Innovation team. We're a new strategic team inside ATB's Wealth Management division providing vital insights to drive business strategy, innovation and growth. You'll work to uncover critical information about target firms, teams and/or individuals that represent an opportunity for ATB to improve our market position and value proposition through inorganic growth. In this role, you'll help tell the story by diving deep into research, synthesizing insights and translating the opportunity in a clear, organized story framework so that our business partners and senior leaders can make decisions based on the best and most up-to-date knowledge.

Accountabilities

• Translate complex concepts and data-based findings into digestible briefings for diverse audiences via written reports, engaging presentations, and easy to use dashboards.
• Dive into internal and external data sources (e.g., annual reports, social media, compliance reports, etc.) to develop a comprehensive understanding of our targets' history including but not limited to: service models, differentiation, locations, key people and potential risks.
• Work closely with team members in analytical, research and strategy development roles to drive business results.
• Utilize strong research skills to deepen our understanding of target firms, teams and/or individuals that represent an inorganic growth opportunity for ATB.
• Combine quantitative and qualitative analysis and research findings into actionable insights.
• Gather insights and uncover additional important factors related to ESG, diversity and inclusion, compliance or legal histories that would be valuable to consider.
• Apply critical thinking and analysis to uncover new opportunities for consideration in Wealth Management and beyond.
• Scan and analyze the competitive environment, identifying industry trends that may impact opportunities.

Requirements

• A university degree with a focus in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Social Sciences or Engineering.
• Experience in Wealth Management, Banking or other Financial industry is considered an asset.
• Strong research abilities; able to quickly locate relevant and reputable sources to determine industry trends and other opportunities/challenges for ATB & our clients.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative data sources to derive insights and make recommendations.
• Able to effectively prioritize and manage your time with minimal supervision.
• A strong sense of personal accountability demonstrated by taking pride in your work and ensuring that deliverables are of the highest quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including storytelling, and exceptional attention to detail.
• A strong working knowledge of Excel and Google Workspace (formerly GSuite). Experience using data visualization and dashboard tools such as Tableau is considered an asset.
• An analytical mind and be prepared to use evidence and facts to challenge the status quo and prevailing wisdom.

At ATB, we know that as you develop in your career, you gain many transferable skills. If you believe your experience and qualities are what we are looking for, please consider applying!

Interested? If you know one of our team members, BEFORE applying, reach out to them and ask them for a referral link to help your application stand out.

Online applications are preferred. Please let us know if you require any accommodations.

Benefits

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We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the diversity within our communities and creating an environment where every team member has what they need to reach their potential. We encourage candidates from all equity-seeking groups to apply.

What happens next?

Thank you for applying online. If you are shortlisted for this opportunity, you will hear from us after the posting close date regarding next steps. We might ask you to participate in a digital interview or phone interview. If you require any accommodations, please let us know.

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