Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Toronto, ON, Canada
Date Posted: Oct 15, 2025
Description
At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.
We are currently seeking a Business Systems Analyst (L1) to join our Information Technology – Distribution System team. In this role, the successful candidate is expected to gather and document requirements and act as liaison between IT and Business Stakeholders under guidance of senior team members. Our team takes great pride in developing and implementing automated solutions for our business clients.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Elicit, analyze, and understand business and data requirements to deliver comprehensive solutions to respective business units.
- Work closely with stakeholders to assess the current and future states and perform detailed gap analyses. Propose, and gain agreement on solutions.
- Set stakeholder expectations appropriately.
- Provide expert guidance with hands-on help where required to solve complex and challenging business problems to the satisfaction of key stakeholders.
- Provide support to the Project Manager in developing and maintaining project timelines
- Assist and support project team throughout the project life cycle
- Provides updates to appropriate business groups on the status of projects in progress
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance team in the definition of test cases related to the business requirements and coordinate User Acceptance Testing
- Subject matter expert on system functionality for projects assigned
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Post-secondary education and/or equivalent applicable IT experience
- Understanding of end-to-end workflows within discretionary portfolio management: investment management, trade lifecycle, investment accounting and reconciliation.
- Knowledge of capital market instruments including fixed income and equities
- Knowledge of the Mutual fund industry legislation and regulations
- Must have at least 1-3 years related working experience in an IT support role, preferably in the Mutual Funds/Financial Services industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interpret and share complex concepts with non- technical audiences.
- Highly developed analytical and technical mindset
- Ability to multitask and manage a steady stream of priorities
- Intellectual curiosity, an eagerness to learn
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong time-management and prioritizing abilities
- Effective team player with a collaborative attitude and agile mindset
- Strong knowledge of project management methodology, both Agile and Waterfall
- SQL proficiency is an asset
CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
- Equipment Purchase Program
- Training Reimbursement
- Paid Professional Designations
- Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Corporate Discount Program
- Enhanced group benefits
- Parental Leave Top–up program
- Fitness membership discounts
- Volunteer paid Days
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.
Please submit your resume in confidence are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at accessible.recruitment@ci.com, or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.
About CI Financial
CI Financial is an independent company offering global asset management and wealth management advisory services. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice—and offer a comprehensive and innovative selection of strategies and services.
Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. They must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment in an industry that is always changing. A healthy dose of ambition, a willingness to go the extra mile and a strong sense of camaraderie are what we look for in our team members.
You can find job postings for all CI Financial companies on this page.
And if you’d like to learn more about our lines of business, you can do so on the following pages: CI Global Asset Management, CI Assante Wealth Management, CI Investment Services, and CI Direct Investing.
Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Toronto, ON, Canada
Date Posted: Oct 15, 2025
Description
At CI, we see a great place to work as one that is a safe place for everyone to have a voice, where people are empowered to take ownership over meaningful work, where there is an opportunity to grow through stretching themselves, where they can work on innovative products and projects, and where employees are supported and engaged in doing so.
We are currently seeking a Business Systems Analyst (L1) to join our Information Technology – Distribution System team. In this role, the successful candidate is expected to gather and document requirements and act as liaison between IT and Business Stakeholders under guidance of senior team members. Our team takes great pride in developing and implementing automated solutions for our business clients.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Elicit, analyze, and understand business and data requirements to deliver comprehensive solutions to respective business units.
- Work closely with stakeholders to assess the current and future states and perform detailed gap analyses. Propose, and gain agreement on solutions.
- Set stakeholder expectations appropriately.
- Provide expert guidance with hands-on help where required to solve complex and challenging business problems to the satisfaction of key stakeholders.
- Provide support to the Project Manager in developing and maintaining project timelines
- Assist and support project team throughout the project life cycle
- Provides updates to appropriate business groups on the status of projects in progress
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance team in the definition of test cases related to the business requirements and coordinate User Acceptance Testing
- Subject matter expert on system functionality for projects assigned
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- Post-secondary education and/or equivalent applicable IT experience
- Understanding of end-to-end workflows within discretionary portfolio management: investment management, trade lifecycle, investment accounting and reconciliation.
- Knowledge of capital market instruments including fixed income and equities
- Knowledge of the Mutual fund industry legislation and regulations
- Must have at least 1-3 years related working experience in an IT support role, preferably in the Mutual Funds/Financial Services industry
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interpret and share complex concepts with non- technical audiences.
- Highly developed analytical and technical mindset
- Ability to multitask and manage a steady stream of priorities
- Intellectual curiosity, an eagerness to learn
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong time-management and prioritizing abilities
- Effective team player with a collaborative attitude and agile mindset
- Strong knowledge of project management methodology, both Agile and Waterfall
- SQL proficiency is an asset
CI Financial is an independent company offering global wealth management and asset management advisory services through diverse financial services firms. Since 1965, we have consistently anticipated and responded to the changing needs of investors. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice. Our commitment to the highest levels of performance means that whatever their position, CI employees must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment that will stretch them to tap into their highest potential. Employees with a healthy dose of ambition, a desire to commit to a curious mindset for continuous learning, and a willingness to go the extra mile thrive at CI.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
- Equipment Purchase Program
- Training Reimbursement
- Paid Professional Designations
- Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Corporate Discount Program
- Enhanced group benefits
- Parental Leave Top–up program
- Fitness membership discounts
- Volunteer paid Days
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.
Please submit your resume in confidence are committed to fair and accessible employment practices and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations in order to apply for any job opportunities, require this posting in an additional format, or require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us at accessible.recruitment@ci.com, or call 416-364-1145 ext. 4747.
About CI Financial
CI Financial is an independent company offering global asset management and wealth management advisory services. We are driven by a commitment to provide individuals and institutions with the highest-quality investments and advice—and offer a comprehensive and innovative selection of strategies and services.
Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. They must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment in an industry that is always changing. A healthy dose of ambition, a willingness to go the extra mile and a strong sense of camaraderie are what we look for in our team members.
You can find job postings for all CI Financial companies on this page.
And if you’d like to learn more about our lines of business, you can do so on the following pages: CI Global Asset Management, CI Assante Wealth Management, CI Investment Services, and CI Direct Investing.