Performance Analyst

About AGF:

Founded in 1957, AGF Management Limited is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm.  AGF brings a disciplined approach to delivering excellence in investment management through its fundamental, quantitative, private capital, and high-net-worth businesses.  Our suite of diverse investment solutions extends globally to a wide range of clients, from individual investors and financial advisors to institutions, including pension plans, corporate plans, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and foundations.  Our commitment to the principles of good stewardship and responsible investment is a positive differentiator for AGF. We believe integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues into our investment decision-making and ownership practices across platforms will help deliver better investment outcomes to our clients. 

About the Role:

The Performance Analyst role is responsible for investment performance measurement, monitoring and reporting activities for AGF Investments. The Performance Analyst will ensure that performance returns, benchmark returns, and performance attribution are calculated correctly by ensuring that analytical reviews, reasonability checks, and established processes are completed and followed in accordance with AGF’s Investment’s Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures. 
Your Responsibilities:

• Review, validate, and reconcile the performance measurement data efficiently and timely to identify and resolve any issues that may arise or escalate as required. 

• Ensure that analytical reviews, reasonability checks, and established processes outlined in AGF Investments Procedures are completed and followed. 

• Prepare performance and attribution reports for investment groups in conjunction with the Reporting team, conduct a thorough analysis of performance results, explain performance results, and investigate discrepancies to resolve issues. 

• Assist the Data Management team in developing tests and automating control checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of information used to calculate performance benchmark and attribution results. 

• Automate and streamline existing processes within the Performance team. 

• Participate in UAT testing for system upgrades or enhancements. 

• Define, create, and maintain benchmarks, indices, and composites for performance measurement and other metrics. 

• Investigate and respond to inquiries from business partners on performance reports. 

• Ensure that requirements across the organization are thoroughly met in developing enhanced performance measurement and performance attribution capabilities. 

• Develop and foster effective working relationships with other departments across AGF. 

• Ensure that new requirements (for enhanced performance measurement and performance attribution) are communicated effectively to vendors or consultants. 

• Knowledge of GIPS is an asset. 

• Participate in performance-related projects; other duties as required. 

Your Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree - Commerce, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance or Business Administration.

• Working towards or completion of a Professional designation - CFA, CIPM.

• A minimum of 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience in performance measurement and performance attribution in a technical environment.

• Strong understanding of performance measurement and performance attribution methodologies (i.e. time-weighted vs. dollar-weighted returns, arithmetic vs. geometric attribution, multi-currency & fixed-income attribution).

• Strong understanding of accounting principles relevant to investment accounting and Net Asset Value valuation. Ability to interact with the accounting and valuation team and appreciate the implications of performance measurement.

• Advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.  Experience with Bloomberg terminal and Eagle System is a strong plus.

• Understanding databases and the ability to discuss database concepts with the Reporting and Operations teams related to performance reporting and maintenance thereof. 

• Strong technical, analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively.

• Ability to learn and deliver quickly in a high-performing culture.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Exhibit high attention to detail and accuracy while meeting deadlines and working under pressure.

• Flexibility, adaptability, and initiative. Candidates must be comfortable with changing priorities and new challenges in their role.

Compensation:

The anticipated compensation range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 annually, which represents base salary and, where applicable, variable compensation components (e.g., annual bonus, commissions, etc.). Actual compensation will be determined based on many factors such as role location, candidate experience / qualifications, market conditions, and internal equity.

AGF aims to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package designed to support the success and well-being of our employees, which may include a combination of base salary, variable compensation, benefits, and retirement savings plans.

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AGF is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable legislation.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected] so that appropriate arrangements can be made.