Associate, Natural Resources Investments

PSP Investments; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate for Natural Resources Investments. This role involves performing investment analysis, executing transactions, and managing investments across various sectors including Timber, Agriculture, and Seafood. You will build financial models, conduct due diligence, and represent the team in industry networking. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance or business, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Competitive pension plans

Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services

Wellness programs

Gender-inclusive paid family leave policy

Personalized family-building support

Vacation days available on day one

Summer Friday afternoons off

Investment in career development

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in private investments or investment banking.
• Strong financial skills and proficiency in financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Perform investment analysis and execute transactions.
• Monitor financial and operating results of investments.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Investment Analysis

Financial Modeling

Project Management

Communication Skills

Networking

Attention to Detail

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

University degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering

CFA designation

Tools

Business Software

Analytical Tools

Job description

ABOUT US

We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$264.9 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2024.

We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

EXPERIENCE THE EDGE

At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We are committed to a culture that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an inclusive work environment where diversity is embraced.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As an Associate, Natural Resources Investments, you will:

Perform investment analysis and execute transactions

• Perform preliminary analysis of investment opportunities, meet with prospective partners and industry experts, and prepare summary reports.

• Perform in-depth due diligence of potential investments, identify key investment merits and risks, meet with management teams, review documentation, and work in conjunction with partners and third-party consultants.

• Build detailed financial models, including performing extensive sensitivity analyses, review of financial projections, and valuation assumptions.

• Participate in the preparation of investment recommendation memorandums for investment approval.

• Participate in presentations to various committees as required.

Represent the NR Team across the Timber, Agriculture, Seafood and Investment Industries

• Active networking with industry experts, consultants, peers, and industry players.

• Attend conferences, organize meetings, and keep up to date on industry trends.

• Participate in building deal-flow and becoming a subject matter expert.

Actively Manage Investments

• Monitor financial and operating results.

• Interact with management and operating partners.

• Work alongside management teams of portfolio companies on specific projects to create value.

Note: This position requires travel.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• University degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field.

• Professional designation: CFA an asset.

• Minimum of four (4) to five (5) years of experience in private investments, investment banking, consulting, corporate finance, equity research or in a natural resources company considered a strong asset.

• Superior level of proficiency with business software and analytical tools.

• Strong financial skills, including experience in building financial models, and familiarity with financial statements.

• Project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Mature, driven, motivated and ability to take initiative.

• Responsible, diligent, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

• Good attention to detail and presentation of information.

• Good communications skills in English and French (or willingness to learn).

We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:

• Investment in career development.

• Comprehensive group insurance plans.

• Competitive pension plans.

• Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs.

• Gender-inclusive paid family leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregivers.

• A personalized family-building support, from pre-pregnancy to menopause, with available financial assistance.

• Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off.

• A hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days.

At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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