Analyst, Early Talent Program, Infrastructure & Renewable Resources

BCI; Victoria; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Victoria is seeking an Analyst for their Early Talent Program. This 2-year program offers exposure to institutional investing, with responsibilities including investment due diligence and portfolio company engagement. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and analytical skills, an undergraduate degree, and an interest in infrastructure investments. A competitive compensation package is provided.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of private market investing.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on investments.
• Engage with portfolio companies.
• Support strategic initiatives across the portfolio.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Curiosity

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics or equivalent

Job description

Overview

With $295.0 billion of gross assets under management, as of March 31, 2025, 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.

Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, and with teams spanning Vancouver, New York, London, and Mumbai.

BCI integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into all investment decisions to meet clients' risk and return requirements. Our people shape employee-focused initiatives, creating a strong culture. To learn more about our culture and values, visit our BCI Values in Action page.

POSTING CLOSE DATE: Monday October 6, 2025

Join BCI’s Infrastructure & Renewable Resources (I&RR) Early Talent Program as an Analyst in Victoria, BC. If you are a team player with excellent communication and analytical skills and an interest in investing in infrastructure, forestry, and agriculture – launch your career on the buy-side with one of Canada’s top infrastructure investors.

Our 2-year program offers many of the same great benefits that permanent employees receive, including a competitive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility.

Ready to launch your investment career? We value diverse perspectives, and some skills can be learned on the job. We encourage all candidates to apply. Please submit a copy of your resume and unofficial transcripts.

The recruitment process for this program will take place between October and November 2025, with a target start date of June 2026.

ABOUT BCI’s I&RR

We’re one of the world's top 10 institutional infrastructure investors, managing C$28+ billion across global infrastructure, forestry, and agriculture investments. Our team operates from Victoria, BC and London, UK, focusing on direct private investments that deliver stable, long-term returns.

We invest across the capital structure in private company equity, public markets, and debt and take an active governance approach built on trusted partnerships and long-term value creation.

The Early Talent Program

Designed for ambitious new graduates and early-career professionals, this two-year program will give you comprehensive exposure to institutional investing. You will gain a broad understanding of finance through becoming a member of I&RR’s investment team and exposure to different types of investing including private markets, public markets, and debt instruments.

Analysts will develop their technical and soft skills through a customized training and development program as well as on the job experience. This program offers valuable international and cross-functional exposure, including potential travel opportunities for deal execution or portfolio company engagement. You’ll be paired with a dedicated mentor who will provide coaching and guidance to support your development. Additionally, you’ll have networking opportunities with BCI professionals and industry peers.

The Role

As an Analyst, you’ll be an integral part of our investment team contributing to (1) due diligence of prospective investments, (2) proactive engagement with portfolio companies owned by I&RR, and (3) executing on strategic initiatives across the portfolio.

Investment Due Diligence

• Work within an integrated deal team to conduct due diligence on direct private, public, debt, or fund investments
• Develop financial models with sensitivity analysis to evaluate investment opportunities
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to support commercial, technical, ESG and other workstreams
• Synthesize and present findings to senior leadership in investment presentations and memos

Portfolio Company Engagement

• Support business strategy development and budget planning for I&RR’s portfolio companies as well as addressing other pertinent issues confronting Board and management teams
• Monitor and report on portfolio companies’ performance, as well as support on valuations
• Evaluate and support strategic initiatives such as bolt-on acquisitions, divestitures, and expansion projects

Strategic Initiatives

• Research industries, companies, and markets to support origination activities
• Contribute to geographic strategic reviews to support origination and portfolio initiatives
• Build institutional knowledge on evolving trends and investment challenges/opportunities

Qualifications

• Undergraduate university degree from a relevant field (Business, Finance, Economics, or equivalent)
• Relevant internships (new grads) or up to 3 years of experience within private equity, investment banking, management consulting, corporate M&A, investment management, or other suitable background
• Understanding of private market investing and strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A team player that thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Demonstrates natural curiosity, an inquisitive mindset, and an eagerness to learn
• Exhibits a high level of integrity, professionalism, and excellent interpersonal skills

Beneficial but not required

• Experience in or knowledge of infrastructure, forestry, or agriculture investments
• Additional language capabilities and/or international exposure
• Progress towards a relevant professional designation (e.g., CFA, etc.)

SALARY RANGE

The annualized base salary range for this Victoria-based role is CAD $94,000 to $115,000.

BCI offers a competitive total rewards package, including a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and paid time off. We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we operate and with consideration for internal equity and job structure. The base salary will consider factors such as the individual's skill set, experience, and internal equity. We aim for actual pay to be around the market median for expected performance and the upper quartile for excellent performance. Actual salaries may vary based on experience and expertise.

Next Steps

To apply online, please submit your resume promptly. Applications will be actively reviewed, and those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome all qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you do not have authorization, or if your work permit has restrictions or is due to expire within 12 months, please inform our recruitment team if shortlisted.

At BCI, we value diversity and foster an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. We are performance and client-focused, valuing integrity, and we want to know you if you share these values. We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage everyone to apply. If you require accommodations for the recruitment process, such as alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms, please contact us at [e-mail].

To learn more about working with BCI, including our comprehensive benefits packages, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and the recruitment process visit our BCI Careers Page.

BCI does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruitment agencies, executive search firms, or staffing suppliers unless they have an existing contractual agreement with our organization. Our approved vendor relationships are established for particular recruitment requirements and do not extend to general job postings on our website or other platforms. Any candidate information or resumes submitted by suppliers not approved by BCI will be deemed unsolicited and will not be reviewed or considered. BCI will not be liable for any fees, commissions, or charges related to unsolicited candidate submissions or recruitment services.