The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.

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The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, adjudication and enforcement work. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development. 

The Economic & Market Analysis (EMA) Department within the Regulatory Transformation & Strategic Research Division is responsible for the delivery of economic, regulatory and financial research and analysis that supports the development of OSC regulatory strategy and policy recommendations. The Department advises on and informs the OSC’s strategy, priorities, regulatory operations and discussions with other regulatory bodies and agencies concerned with financial stability.

Reporting to the Manager, Regulatory Economics, the Economic & Market Analysis Co-op Student will contribute to the analysis of policy issues and market trends by conducting quantitative and qualitative research; compiling data and applying economic analysis. You will be part of a diverse and highly motivated team of problem solvers that are passionate about using data and advanced quantitative methods to better understand the markets we regulate and how new developments or policy proposals will impact key stakeholders.  

This four-month co-op position, running from January to April, provides students with hands-on experience in financial market research, data analysis and regulatory policy. 

What will you do? 

• Contribute to research initiatives focused on data collection and analysis to help inform key decision makers involved in policy and operational initiatives. 

• Work independently and in collaboration with others to analyze complex research questions and address common data challenges.

• Provide results within agreed timelines and keep stakeholders informed of progress and risks on a timely basis.

• Participate in the design of research studies, including identifying sources of data and proposing appropriate analytical techniques.

• Communicate completed analysis through written reports and/or presentations with limited review from senior staff.

• Participate in presentations to OSC staff and as required, senior management and commissioners.

• Effectively communicate key research findings, or highly technical subject matter to a diverse audience.

• Have a keen interest to further develop your analytical skills and expand your knowledge of Ontario’s financial markets.

What do you need to succeed?

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduate with an undergraduate degree in economics, finance, data science or equivalent quantitative discipline.  

• Demonstrated experience with with Python and/or R for data preparation, analysis and visualization.  Proficient with Microsoft Excel and experience building reports and dashboards using Tableau, Power BI or other business intelligence tools. 

• Experience applying artificial intelligence tools for data analysis. 

• Experience communicating technical or detailed subject matter effectively and succinctly to a diverse audience, both verbally and in written reports. 

• Understanding of financial concepts and a demonstrated interested in financial markets.  

• Resourcefulness and the ability to demonstrate deep analytical insights and problem-solving skills. 

• Attention to detail and willingness to adapt, learn and collaborate with others in a dynamic work environment. 

Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.

The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.

The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada, BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work Canada

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox HRRecruitment@osc.gov.on.ca.  
 

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