Research Manager

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$120,000–$150,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Lead the wealth management research product strategy, oversee analysts, and work with external clients to collect data, assess performance, and deliver competitive insights to executive leaders. Manage complex datasets and primary research, produce industry benchmarks, develop presentations and industry expertise, and identify opportunities to improve the product and client value.

Job details

About The Role: Our client is a global analytics leader who is looking for a Research Manager to join their team dedicated to supporting external clients with strategic consumer insights and industry benchmarks in North American wealth management. In this role, you'll work with external clients to confirm participation, collect data, assess performance, and present to client executive leadership (head of wealth strategy, CFO, CEO, etc.) with insights into their competitive positioning. You will work with a team of analysts to manage complex data sets, conduct primary research, produce benchmarks, craft presentations, build industry knowledge, and develop wealth management expertise that help solve client challenges with real impact. You will lead the product’s strategy – understanding how it’s positioned in the market, how your team can maximize its value for clients and for the firm, and where to innovate it. You will leverage strong analytical, project management, storyboarding, business and communication skills to be successful. The team is headquartered in downtown Toronto. They operate within a collaborative team environment where you'll work closely with intelligent, engaging colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional performance. In this role, you will report directly to the director and supervise the work of 1-2 analysts. This is an active posting for an open position. Candidates must be open to work in a hybrid setting located in Downtown Toronto, 2-3x/week in office. Requirements: 5-7 years of data analysis experience in using complex datasets, online research, and/or performance benchmarks to drive and deliver insightful output The ability to communicate complex ideas effectively – both verbally and in writing The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines within a high energy, fast-paced and evolving environment Expertise in using Excel and PowerPoint, with knowledge of visualization software (e.g. Tableau, PowerBI) or analytical tools (e.g. VBA, SQL) a plus Experience in banking and financial services, with strong preference to wealth management and strategic consulting expertise An applicable University Degree What they Offer: A competitive base salary and a variable annual bonus. A flexible hybrid working policy. Most people come into the office 2-3 days/week. A healthy work-life balance. 25 days annual leave, plus 4 wellness days and public holidays Comprehensive benefits program Generous employer RRSP contribution An annual personal development allowance An office walking distance to Union Station Compensation: $120,000 - 150,000 CAD, commensurate on level of experience and alignment with the role

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires 5–7 years of experience using complex datasets, online research, or performance benchmarks, along with strong written and verbal communication, independent project management, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have expertise in Excel and PowerPoint, a relevant university degree, and banking or financial services experience; wealth management and strategic consulting experience are strongly preferred.