At a Glance
- Tasks: Contribute to clients' investment programs with innovative solutions and performance monitoring.
- Company: Join Aon, a leader in investment consulting with a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, support for CFA program, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic learning environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Work alongside top investment professionals and make a real impact on large investment pools.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in financial consulting, Bachelor's degree in relevant field, bilingual in French/English.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
- Posting Description
- Senior Associate, Investment Consulting
Are you an investment consulting professional with a passion for asset management?
Does a fast-paced, dynamic learning environment motivate you every day?
Aon is looking for a Senior Investment Consulting Associate to join our pioneering team in Montreal!
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit.
Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
Our focus is on making valuable contributions to our clients’ investment programs through the development and application of innovative world‑class solutions, backed by our experience and the resources of Aon nationally and globally.
As a crucial team member of a local team, and a large national team, you will service existing clients and prospects with specialized institutional investment consulting.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and review performance monitoring reports for institutional clients.
- Prepare presentations on investment topics (e. g. investment fundamentals, manager selection, manager structure and asset classes).
- Write commentary, conclusions and recommendations in investment reports.
- Conduct searches for investment managers or DC service providers.
- Review and amend governance documents (e. g. statement of investment policies and procedures, and terms of reference).
- Demonstrate research and analytical skills, apply knowledge to our clients’ long-range investment strategies and build upon expertise in institutional investing.
- Presenting investment topics and performance reviews at client and internal team meetings.
- Support associates and consultants in all aspects of work.
- Keeping up to date about current financial events and news.
- Participating in internal seminars regarding current industry issues and technical training.
- How this opportunity is different
This role will expose you to the most creative and promising investment professionals in Canada, allowing you to learn, grow, and ensure career success.
As a Senior Investment Consulting Associate, you will report directly to the Team Leader and support the local Investment Management Consulting team in servicing existing and prospective clients specializing in institutional investment consulting, including clients with defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans.
Our goal is to add new value to our clients' investment programs through the development and application of innovative, world‑class solutions, supported by our experience and Aon's national and global resources.
Your work will have a positive impact on large investment pools and broad collaborator groups.
In addition to working with our large and diverse client base, you will meet and collaborate closely with top investment managers in Canada and around the world.
Skills and experience that will lead to success
- Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in a financial/investment consulting, insurance, economics, capital markets pension environment working in an analyst capacity is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Finance, Actuarial Science, Economics, Mathematics, or related field.
- Commitment to professional development and improvement. Working towards completion of or interest in completing the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program is recommended*
Bilingualism French/English is required due to frequent interactions with clients, colleagues or collaborators based in Quebec, other Canadian provinces and/or abroad.
- Highly motivated, self-starter, customer-service and team-oriented individual.
- General knowledge of the institutional investment industry, understanding of investment concepts and the financial markets.
- Highly organized and results-oriented individual, strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven problem-solving skills, ability to make decisions and develop solutions.
- Superior oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to build and establish relationships with stakeholders, colleagues, and clients.
- Ability to multi-task, work under tight deadlines, and adaptable to changing business needs.
- Thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite, advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
*Aon supports candidates in the CFA program. We cover program tuition and upon completion of each level, a salary increase, and a bonus are provided.
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position.
If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate
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Senior Associate, Investment Consulting in Montréal employer: Aon Corporation
Aon is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, allowing Senior Consultants to thrive in a hybrid environment while shaping real asset investment strategies. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from tailored growth opportunities and the chance to engage with institutional clients, driving impactful decisions that enhance client portfolios. Located in Canada, Aon offers a collaborative atmosphere where innovative ideas are encouraged, making it a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful employment.
