Analyst/Associate, Private Equity – Direct Investments (Consumer and TMT), Early Talent Program

BCI; Victoria; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) seeks an Analyst or Associate for Consumer and TMT sectors as part of a two-year Private Equity Early Talent Program in downtown Victoria, BC. The role covers sourcing, screening, due diligence, valuation and portfolio monitoring, with exposure to deal teams and external partners.

Posting close date is October 2, 2026; contact Ashleigh Berger to explore this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with high academic standing.
• 1-5 years relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting or corporate development.
• Strong skills in financial modeling, analysis, valuation, and research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise analysis.
• High degree of attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage projects under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Solid business acumen and judgement.
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a high-performance team.
• Proficiency in financial databases (CapIQ, FactSet, PitchBook, Refinitiv) and data room analysis.

Responsibilities

• Supports preliminary analysis of private equity investment opportunities, including review of financials and development of valuation frameworks.
• Engages in due diligence across commercial, financial, tax, legal, governance, HR and ESG aspects.
• Develops investment theses and identifies merits, risks and mitigants.
• Synthesizes findings and prepares investment memorandums and IC materials.
• Interacts with GPs, advisers and internal teams to support deal execution.
• Monitors portfolio companies and supports value-creation initiatives such as follow-on deals and financings.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Business acumen

Team collaboration

CapIQ/FactSet/PitchBook/Refinitiv

Education

Undergraduate degree

Tools

CapIQ

FactSet

PitchBook

Refinitiv

Data room analysis

Job description

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) offers an exceptional opportunity to work at a world-class organization while living in a west coast setting. With $313.7 billion of gross assets under management, as of March 31, 2026, British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is the provider of investment management services for British Columbia’s public sector and one of the largest asset managers in Canada. BCI seeks investment opportunities around the world and across a range of asset classes that convert savings into productive capital. Our investment returns play a significant role in helping our institutional clients build a financially secure future for their beneficiaries.

POSTING CLOSE DATE: October 2, 2026

BCI is searching for an Analyst or Associate for both the Consumer and TMT sector teams.

Join our comprehensive two-year Private Equity Early Talent Program and unlock your potential as a driven and capable professional in the investment industry. In this role, you will be involved in all aspects of the investment process, from sourcing and screening potential targets, to conducting due diligence and valuation, to closing transactions and monitoring portfolio companies. You will also have the chance to learn from some of the best professionals in the industry.

Come join our team at our downtown Victoria office.

BCI is working with an external recruitment firm. Please do not submit your application directly to BCI. Applications submitted through this site will not be reviewed.

To explore this opportunity, please contact Ashleigh Berger at [e-mail]

Only qualified candidates who match the requirements will be contacted.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Analyst/Associate plays an integral role in evaluating and supporting primarily direct private equity investments and select fund commitments to strategic partners. They have a key role in investment strategy development and work within deal teams to evaluate investment opportunities and present recommendations to the investment committee. This work includes rigorous analysis, sophisticated financial modeling, and collaboration with outside professionals such as strategic partners, investment bankers, consultants, and lawyers to prepare investment committee materials, conduct due diligence and support deal execution. Following an investment, the Analyst/Associate remains involved with portfolio companies by monitoring performance and supporting management or strategic partners on value-creation initiatives, such as follow-on M&A, financings and strategic initiatives.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

The Private Equity department manages a diverse global portfolio of approximately $36 billion in global private equity investments comprising of fund, direct and co-investments. Portfolio growth over the coming years will be driven by an increased emphasis on direct investment, strong partner relationships and actively creating value from the portfolio to deliver superior returns for our clients.

Our department currently consists of ~65 professionals spanning offices located in Victoria, London and New York City, organized into six sub-teams: Direct Investments, Fund Investments, Venture & Growth, Portfolio Performance, Reporting & Analytics, and Operations. Our Direct Investments team can be further broken down into six sector-focused teams that cover the Financial and Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare, Industrials, Technology, Media & Communications and Capital Solutions.

WHAT YOU BRING

• An undergraduate degree with high academic standing
• 1-5 years relevant experience in areas such as private equity, investment banking, strategy consulting and corporate development or equivalent experience
• Strong skills in financial modeling, analysis, valuation, and research
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise analysis
• High degree of attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage projects under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Solid business acumen and judgement
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a high-performance team
• Proficiency in financial databases (CapIQ, FactSet, PitchBook, Refinitiv) and data room analysis

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Investment Analysis and Execution

• Supports the preliminary analysis of private equity investment opportunities, including review of company financials, management meetings, and development of valuation frameworks across methodologies
• Takes a structured approach with appropriate level of analysis in various workstreams of due diligence
• Works as an integrated part of deal teams, supporting the diligence of commercial, financial, tax, legal, governance, human resource and ESG aspects of prospective investments
• Develops investment thesis and identifies merits, risks, and mitigating factors for potential investment opportunities
• Synthesizes findings, key analysis and supporting documents in an organized manner
• Writes effective screeners, deal alerts and investment memorandums, and prepares IC materials and coordinates the internal review/approval process
• Interacts effectively with GPs and third-party advisors as well as with BCI internal groups (e.g., legal/tax/risk)
• Reviews key credit terms and financial projections
• Prepares analysis in support of executing exits, including buy-hold-sell analysis
• Prepares IC materials related to exit recommendations

Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Oversight

• Monitors assigned investments identifying relevant opportunities and risks including tracking/evaluating performance metrics, ongoing review against original investment thesis, strategic fit, significant changes impacting the company, valuation issues and industry developments
• Plays an active role in value creation plan (VCP) monitoring and prepares analysis for value creation initiatives
• Supports the development of tracking tools and processes to ensure sustained long-term returns
• Systematically develops objective and rigorous views on the long-term health and potential of companies within the portfolio

Origination Support & Ongoing Knowledge

• Supports origination in direct deals and Consumer or TMT sector development activities
• Engages in Consumer or TMT subsector knowledge-building
• Plays an active role on GP fund underwrites
• Keeps up to date on industry and private equity trends
• Develops key strategic relationships with co-sponsor partners, consultants/advisors, limited partners, internal resources, and other relevant stakeholders

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

These roles will be based in our headquarters in downtown Victoria, BC.

SALARY RANGE

The annualized salary range for this Victoria-based role is $132,000 - $145,000.

Our recruitment process requires that the successful candidate agrees to undergo a criminal record search, education and designation verification; to provide a declaration of no previous or current criminal status; and to comply with our corporate Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct.

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