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# Client Portfolio Manager, Quantitative Equity at Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management

- **Company:** Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management
- **Location:** Toronto, Canada
- **Posted:** 2026-10-14
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/cclim/jobs/4451285009

## Job description

Interested in joining one of Canada’s top performing asset managers? We are looking for a Client Portfolio Manager, Quantitative Equity . This role will combine institutional client coverage with deep knowledge of quantitative investment strategies, working closely with institutional clients, consultants, investment teams and internal stakeholders. You will serve as a key investment resource for clients, helping them understand portfolio construction, factor exposures, risk, performance, implementation and model behaviour, while ensuring a high-quality and scalable client experience.

What You Will Do:

- Act as a senior investment and client-facing resource for a portfolio of institutional Quant clients and consultants
- Develop trusted relationships with clients and provide ongoing investment-focused coverage tailored to their objectives and needs
- Explain quantitative investment strategies, portfolio construction, factor exposures, risk, attribution, implementation and model behaviour in a clear and compelling manner
- Lead and participate in client meetings, investment reviews, consultant meetings and presentations, responding to sophisticated investment questions and requests
- Translate complex investment concepts and quantitative analysis into clear insights and recommendations for institutional audiences
- Coordinate client inquiries and issues across investment, operations, product, legal and other internal teams, ensuring effective follow-through and resolution
- Identify emerging client needs, trends and opportunities and communicate relevant insights to investment and senior leadership teams
- Support client retention and business growth by deepening relationships and identifying opportunities to enhance the client experience
- Contribute to the evolution of the Quant client coverage model, processes and resources to support the continued growth of the institutional business

What You Bring:

- 7+ years of experience in institutional asset management, investment management, portfolio management, client portfolio management or a related investment role
- Experience working with institutional clients, investment consultants, pension plans, foundations, endowments or other sophisticated investment organizations
- Strong understanding of quantitative investment strategies and the ability to discuss portfolio construction, factor exposures, risk, attribution and implementation
- Experience in a client-facing investment role, with the ability to build credibility and trusted relationships with sophisticated institutional audiences
- Strong investment knowledge and the ability to translate complex quantitative and investment concepts into clear, client-friendly discussions
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience leading investment meetings and presenting to senior clients and consultants
- Strong relationship management and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across investment, client service and corporate teams
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple client relationships, priorities and complex requests in a fast-paced environment
- Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or a related discipline
- CFA designation or progress toward the CFA designation would be considered an asset

- Experience with quantitative investment models, portfolio analytics or investment risk systems would be considered an asset

## #LI-HYBRID #LI-RD1

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact talentacquisition@cclgroup.com if you require accommodation.

AI may be used to support certain stages of our screening & recruitment process. These tools support, but do not replace, human judgment and decision-making.

## About Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. is a privately-owned Canadian institutional asset manager offering a comprehensive range of traditional and alternative investment strategies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (affiliate of CC&L Financial Group)
- **Headquarters**: Vancouver, Canada (with additional office in Toronto)
- **Founded**: 1982
- **Founders**: Not publicly available from provided sources

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Asset management / investment management
- **Target customers**: Institutional clients – pension funds, group retirement plans, governments, corporations, Indigenous groups, and not-for-profit organizations. Also serves as sub-advisor to third-party mutual funds, separately managed accounts (SMAs), and pooled fund advisory programs.
- **Mission / purpose**: “Delivering outstanding client service and a wide range of attractive investment solutions to a diverse client base” while maintaining a unique culture dedicated to its people.

## Products & Services
- **Traditional Strategies**: Canadian and foreign equities, fixed income, and balanced portfolios.
- **Alternative Strategies**: Portable alpha, market neutral, absolute return, and equity extension (130/30) solutions.
- **Sub-Advisory Services**: Provides investment management for third-party mutual funds, SMAs, and pooled funds.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: $122 billion in assets under management (AUM) for CC&L Investment Management Ltd. as of the latest data; the broader CC&L Financial Group collectively manages over $188 billion.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Part of the CC&L Financial Group, a multi-boutique firm that centralizes non-investment functions (accounting, administration, sales, marketing) to support its affiliates.
- **Growth Signals**: One of the largest independently owned investment management firms in Canada; maintains a strong, stable team and a reputation for product innovation (e.g., early mover in portable alpha and 130/30 strategies).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Privately-owned structure** allows long-term focus and entrepreneurial agility, seen as a competitive advantage.
- **Multi-boutique model** (CC&L Financial Group) provides deep operational support while each affiliate retains its own culture and investment autonomy.
- **Innovative product development** track record, including portable alpha and market neutral solutions.
- **Strong, stable team** with low turnover and a culture that attracts top talent.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue developing innovative investment solutions that increase returns without proportionally increasing risk.
- Deepen responsible investing practices and ESG integration.
- Maintain and enhance client service excellence across institutional and retail channels.
- Invest in people and culture to sustain long-term performance and retention.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative, inclusive, entrepreneurial environment with a focus on personal development and long-term contribution. The firm emphasizes “enjoyment in our work environment surrounded by people we like and respect.”
- **Ownership mindset**: Employees benefit from a transparent link between long-term contribution and compensation, and the freedom to act within their roles.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Active Women in Leadership initiative, commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEI&B), and equal opportunity employment.
- **Corporate Social Responsibility**: Supports community causes important to clients, employees, and partners.
- **Work environment**: Offices in Vancouver and Toronto; hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated but likely flexible given the collaborative culture.
- **Career development**: Opportunities across specialized teams (Fundamental Equity, Quantitative Equity, Fixed Income, Asset Allocation, Client Solutions) with clear paths for growth.

## Sources
1. [cclinvest.cclgroup.com – Home](https://cclinvest.cclgroup.com/)
2. [cclinvest.cclgroup.com – About Us](https://cclinvest.cclgroup.com/who-we-are/about-us/)
3. [cclinvest.cclgroup.com – Careers](https://cclinvest.cclgroup.com/careers/)
4. [cclinvest.cclgroup.com – Our Team](https://cclinvest.cclgroup.com/who-we-are/our-team/)
5. [cclinvest.cclgroup.com – Expertise](https://cclinvest.cclgroup.com/what-we-do/expertise/)

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