Associate (Infrastructure Debt)

BCI; Victoria; On-site; CAD 109,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a recognized investment team in Victoria at BCI, contributing to sustainable investments across various sectors. As an Associate, you will evaluate new opportunities, assist in transactions, and help monitor a $28 billion portfolio with a focus on private debt. Ideal candidates will have experience in investment management and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

20 days vacation

6 paid sick days and 2 volunteer days

Annual wellness allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in investment management or related field.
• Strong understanding of credit investing and corporate finance principles.
• Completion of, or progress towards, a relevant professional designation (CFA, MBA).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new investment opportunities and assist with transaction execution.
• Support monitoring of existing portfolio focused on private debt.
• Contribute to due diligence, financial analysis, and investment negotiation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in finance or investment analysis

MBA (considered an asset)

Job description

Closing date: June 22, 2025

Join a globally recognized investment team—ranked as the ninth-largest institutional infrastructure investor in the world—where your work supports the long-term financial security of British Columbia’s public sector beneficiaries. This Victoria, BC based role offers the opportunity to contribute to BCI’s Infrastructure & Renewable Resources team, known for its disciplined, long-term investment approach.

We’re looking for a purpose-driven professional with a strong foundation in private markets and corporate finance, who values collaboration, clear thinking, and continuous learning in a high-performing environment.

THE DEPARTMENT

On behalf of BCI’s clients, the Infrastructure & Renewable Resources (I&RR) team invests globally in infrastructure assets and businesses that provide stable long-term investment returns. BCI’s I&RR portfolio has $28+ billion in AUM and ranks as the ninth largest institutional infrastructure investor globally. The portfolio spans a range of sectors, including energy, transport, utilities, and data infrastructure, as well as tangible assets such as timberland and agriculture.

I&RR seeks meaningful investments predominantly in private companies that allow us to pursue an active governance approach. The team invests in various capacities in private markets, including as a sole sponsor, co-sponsor, and very selectively through externally managed funds. In addition, I&RR takes positions in listed infrastructure businesses and debt investments as a complementary strategy to private market investments.

In 2023, the I&RR team established their first international presence with the inauguration of their London, UK office. This strategic presence enhances the team's ability to originate and manage investments across the U.K. and Europe, reinforcing BCI's commitment to global diversification and long-term value creation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a member of the I&RR investment team, the Associate will help evaluate new investment opportunities, assist with transaction execution, and support the monitoring of the existing portfolio with a focus on private debt. This includes contributing to due diligence, financial analysis, and research, as well as helping manage investment processes and supporting the negotiation of structured transactions.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A relevant undergraduate or graduate degree, preferably with a focus on finance or investment analysis; an MBA is considered an asset

• 2–5 years of experience in private debt, investment management (institutional experience preferred), private equity, investment banking, management consulting, financial advisory, rating agencies, or a related field

• Strong understanding of credit investing and corporate finance principles

• Advanced financial modeling, research, analytical, and valuation skills

• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

• Effective presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal

• Excellent business writing capabilities with attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Preferred

• Experience in leveraged finance, middle-market lending, and/or high-yield debt

• Direct experience in debt investments, with a focus on infrastructure-related transactions

• Familiarity with debt documentation and the transaction closing process

• Completion of, or active progress toward, a relevant professional designation (e.g., CFA, MBA)

• International education and/or professional experience

• Prior investment experience involving cross-border transactions

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Work from our downtown Victoria office.

SALARY RANGE

BCI offers a competitive total rewards package which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan and paid time off.

The annualized base salary range for this Victoria-based role is CAD $109,000 to $135,000 .

The base salary offered to the successful candidate will consider a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill set, level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered and consideration to internal equity.

We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we compete for talent and with consideration to internal equity and job structure. We aim for actual pay to be around the median of the market for target or expected levels of performance, and around the upper quartile of the market for excellent performance.

Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors , including, but not limited to, experience and expertise .

WHY APPLY TO JOIN BCI

With our values as our anchor, it’s our people that help shape employee-focused initiatives and who create the environment we work in each day – all of which further strengthens our culture. BCI has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers – for the sixth consecutive year - and has built programs and benefits to support all our employees, including;

• Extended health and dental coverage, start on your first day of work. We have you covered!

• Our telehealth provider Dialogue connects you and your family to virtual healthcare appointments.

• Participation in the defined benefit BC Public Service Pension Plan providing a secure retirement income

• Time off includes: 20 days vacation , 6 paid sick days, 6 paid personal days, and 2 paid days for volunteering – to support physical, mental, and community health.

• Four days in the office , with the option to work from home once a week, promoting a collaborative work culture and a healthy work-life balance.

• Annual wellness allowance to support an active lifestyle as well as physical well-being when working at home.

• On-going learning through our in-house mentoring program, professional dues support, tuition reimbursement , and online and in-house learning.

• Relocation support is available if a move to one of BCI’s locations is required .

TO APPLY

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for initial discussions.

Referrals: If you intend to list a current BCI employee as a referee, please contact them first to confirm their consent. A valid BCI email address is required , and all referrals will be verified internally.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are interested in applying for this role. You will need to be legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located . If you currently do not have authorization, or if your work permit has restrictions, or is due to expire in 12 months or less, please ensure to flag this to our recruitment team if your application is shortlisted.

At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful.

We are performance and client focused and value integrity; if you share these values, we want to know you.

We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage all to apply.

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We would like to hear from you!