Manager, Performance Analytics at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, Pensions, InvestmentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics)
  • CFA designation
  • Exceptional knowledge of the CFA Institute GIPS with CIPM designation preferred but not necessary
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in performance analytics or a related field
  • Proven track record of building analytics and working on cross-department projects
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
  • Excellent knowledge of investment products and derivatives
  • Solid knowledge in active risk measurement, benchmarking and performance measurement/attribution
  • Strong understanding of database structures and reporting tools
  • Strong proficiency in data analysis tools and software (such as SQL, Python, PowerBI, Snowflake, Databricks)

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily monitoring, analysis and reporting for official enterprise Performance Analytics which includes daily dollars earned, rates of return, benchmark calculations and value add
  • Generate and review attribution analysis which illustrates “how the money is made” and “how OTPP assets performed against benchmarks”
  • Liaise with Investments around the development and maintenance of analytical tools to provide performance insights and provide subject matter expertise to the organization
  • Work closely with Risk and Investments around the development and implementation of new performance analytics impacting assets or benchmarks
  • Maintain and enhance the BI reporting suite and various analysis tools developed inhouse to facilitate deeper understanding of performance drivers
  • Deliver value add ad-hoc reports and analysis to internal clients at Ontario Teachers’
  • Detect and escalate to decision makers at Ontario Teachers’ relevant issues and highlight industry best practices
  • Support and champion innovation to improve efficiency and drive insights
  • Provide leadership and support to junior analysts on the Performance Analytics team and act as the Senior Manager’s backup for vacation coverage
  • Ensure new performance analytics tools are designed and deployed into official performance reporting workspaces in a timely and controlled manner while providing explaining new insights to reporting consumers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Performance AnalyticsAttribution AnalysisBI ReportingBenchmark CalculationsData AnalysisRates of ReturnAnalytical ToolsSQLPythonTableauPower BI

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications and experience are required for the Manager, Performance Analytics role?

A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field like Statistics, Data Science, or Business Analytics is required, along with CFA designation and minimum 5 years of experience in performance analytics or a related field. Exceptional knowledge of CFA Institute GIPS is needed, with CIPM designation preferred. Proven track record of building analytics and cross-department projects, plus excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights are essential.

Who will the Manager, Performance Analytics work with and report to?

The role reports to the Senior Manager of Performance Analytics and involves regular interaction with senior management, external vendors, key stakeholders, and close collaboration with departments like Investments, Risk, Finance, and IT. The Manager will also provide leadership and support to junior analysts on the team.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Manager, Performance Analytics role?

Strong candidates will have a CFA designation, deep knowledge of CFA Institute GIPS, 5+ years in performance analytics, experience building analytics tools and working cross-departmentally, plus exceptional skills in communicating complex data insights. A proven track record in developing advanced analytics and leadership experience supporting junior analysts will stand out.

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan

Global investment management for pension funds

About Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan manages a large investment portfolio with $241.6 billion in assets, aiming to grow to $300 billion by 2030. The organization invests in a diverse range of sectors, including agriculture and artificial intelligence, to ensure retirement security for 333,000 teachers in Ontario. Their investment strategy goes beyond just financial returns; they focus on enhancing sustainability in their portfolio companies and seek to create a positive impact on the businesses they invest in and the broader community. This commitment to responsible investing sets them apart from other pension funds, as they prioritize both profitability and a better future.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
$15,381MTotal Funding
N/ACompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget
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Risks

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Differentiation

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan manages $241.6 billion in assets globally.
The plan focuses on sustainable and profitable investments for long-term growth.
It has a diverse portfolio, including agriculture, AI, and healthcare.

Upsides

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