When you’re passionate about what you do and where you work, the rest comes easy. That’s the culture at Central 1 Credit Union, and that’s precisely what we’re looking for from you. Supporting nearly 150 member credit unions across British Columbia and Ontario, we’re the backbone of the credit union system in both provinces – taking care of everything from online services and product development, to payment processing, trade association services and more.

Our team of over 600 employees represent some of the most innovative, passionate individuals you’ll ever meet; people who honestly care about the organization, its members and each other. In other words, people who love what they do.

We are looking for a student interested in the workings of the financial markets to complete a full-time 4 month fall co-op term. As a co-op Treasury Analyst/Financial Modeling, you will assist and support the Capital Market Trading team in the enhancement and maintenance of capital markets business operations and develop reporting and financial applications.

You'll be able to work in an environment that will provide you with considerable exposure to various financial products in the currency, bond and derivative market that would benefit students interested in expanding their practical knowledge base of financial products. You'll also have the opportunity to experience a trading desk environment by learning about various financial products, reviewing, analyzing and enhancing our suite of trading models and systems.

You'll be primarily accountable for:

• Improve upon risk transparency and reporting
• Model financial structures and databases, automate manual procedures, and create maintainable processes
• Provide scenario and business analysis for strategic planning purposes

• Develop valuation and pricing models

• Completing a bachelors degree in the following areas of study: Computer Science, Stats, Math or/and Business
  

To be successful, the following technical qualifications are required:

• The ability to manage and analyze data using advanced MS Excel and Database applications
• Very good programming skills with emphasis on VBA

• Previous experience with SQL queries, R and/or Python is an asset

In addition to the technical skills we are looking for you to:

• Have strong people skills with a proven ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Have an interest in the financial markets, with some existing knowledge about financial products desirable but not necessary for your success
• Take initiative and be able to work independently on projects in a high-paced environment

As much as we believe in working hard, we also believe in personal growth and taking time for ourselves. Accordingly, our total rewards philosophy amounts to one of the best compensation and benefits packages in the industry – from performance-based incentives and extended benefits, to training and education reimbursements and ample vacation time.

Central 1 is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you have a request for a disability-related accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Reporting to: Managing Director Capital Markets

Grade: Student

Date Posted: June 9, 2017

*Unsolicited resumes from vendors will not be accepted for this or any position at Central 1*

**If you have issues or questions about the application process, please email humanresources @central1.com with a description of your problem**