What search terms to search for?

I graduated in 2009 from Actuarial Science (risk analysis, mathematics), with 3 SOA Exams.

Due to not being able to find a job in actuarial, I'm thinking of going into finance/banking. I'll have to admit I currently don't know much about finance/banking, but I have solid analytical skills (SOA Exams require them) and I'll be writing CFA Level 1 in June 2010 which I think I can pass.

On job search sites like Monster and Workopolis (Canadian), what search terms should I be searching for?

"Financial analyst" title jobs usually require accounting designation (CPA/CA/CMA/etc.)
"Business analyst" title jobs usually require tech background.

What fields are there in finance/investing, and what keyphrases/titles should I be looking for?

Thanks all :)

 

Monster sucks. Check out that Doostang site. You have to pay, but I think there is a threat with free invites or something. Best bet would be to start emailing alums. I have never seen anything like AM, IB, etc on sites like that.

 

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-- Recent Actuarial Science (good statistical skills) grad looking for entry-level work ANYWHERE. Writing CFA Level 1 in June 2010. Passed 3 actuarial exams.

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