Mackenzie Investments

Grade: P9 
Referral Level: Level 3 
Division: MI-INV-FI&MAS

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under management. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments. 

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support. 

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence. 

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre. 

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable. 

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. 

The Role
Mackenzie Investments is seeking a highly motivated Economist to join its Multi-Asset Strategies (MAS) team within the Investment Management department. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of original macroeconomic insights that inform the firm’s asset allocation decisions across global markets.

This role involves conducting macroeconomic research, maintaining and enhancing quantitative models, analyzing economic and financial data, and presenting findings to both internal and external stakeholders. The Economist will play a key role in shaping investment perspectives that span asset classes, geographies, and strategies.

About You
You are passionate about macroeconomics and global markets. You bring intellectual curiosity, analytical rigor, and strong communication skills to a collaborative team environment. You are driven by a desire to contribute meaningfully to investment outcomes, and you hold yourself to the highest standards of integrity, humility, and professionalism.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior investment professionals and gain exposure to the decision-making process across a wide spectrum of asset classes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic research across developed and emerging markets.
• Forecast risks and returns across major asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies, commodities, and derivatives.
• Analyze a wide array of economic indicators and financial market data.
• Communicate macroeconomic insights through presentations to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Develop and maintain analytical tools and models using programming languages (e.g., Python or R); automate processes for data analysis and visualization.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to support asset allocation decisions, report writing, and the development of client-facing materials.
• Contribute to thought leadership and internal knowledge sharing to enhance the MAS team’s investment process.

Required Qualifications

• Fluency in both English and French.
• MA, MSc, or PhD in Economics, with a specialization in macroeconomics (experience in applied econometrics strongly preferred).
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in a macroeconomic or investment research role (e.g., asset manager, central bank, finance ministry, broker-dealer, research firm).
• Deep understanding of macroeconomic theory and its application to financial markets.
• Proven analytical and empirical research skills in macroeconomics and finance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python or R), along with strong command of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, accurate work under tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Collaborative team player with a growth mindset.

Knowledge of French and English is required to support clients and Team members within and/ or outside the province of Quebec.

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers 

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

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs. 

Please apply by September 11, 2025.  

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