Associate, Private Equity

Hoopp-; Toronto; On-site; CAD 98,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary incentive plan

Professional development

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

HOOPP in Toronto, Canada is seeking an Associate on the HCP team to gain hands-on exposure to the full private equity investment lifecycle, from sourcing to portfolio management.

You will work closely with senior investment professionals, building financial models, conducting due diligence, and preparing investment memos. The role offers growth, strong development opportunities, and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in investment banking or private equity.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Investment Execution: due diligence on direct, co-investment and fund opportunities.
• Build dynamic financial models for valuation and return analysis.
• Prepare investment memos and committee materials.

Skills

Financial modeling

Business analysis

Due diligence

Education

University degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, Engineering, or a quantitative field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Capital IQ

Bloomberg

Job description

Why you’ll love working here:high-performance, people-focused cultureour commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selveslearning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growthmembership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement securitycompetitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team's diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, parental leave top-up, and a health spending account).optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminarsthe opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workersAbout HOOPP and HCPThe Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) is one of the top-performing and fastest-growing pension funds in the world, with $132 billion in net assets under management globally. HOOPP invests in all major asset classes, including fixed income, public equity, credit, private equity, real estate, and infrastructure, and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. At HOOPP, we are committed to providing secure retirement income to over 475,000 Ontario healthcare workers, while maintaining a high-performance culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning.HOOPP Capital Partners (“HCP”) is the private equity arm of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), managing over $20 billion in assets. Our team executes investments globally across direct, co-investment, and fund strategies, with the ability to invest across the capital structure.Job SummaryAs an Associate on the HCP team, you will gain hands-on exposure to the full investment lifecycle, including sourcing, evaluating, executing, and monitoring private equity investments. This is a foundational role designed for intellectually curious, motivated individuals eager to contribute to a lean, collaborative team and grow within private markets investing.You will work closely with senior investment professionals, playing a meaningful role in both investment execution and portfolio management. The role offers strong development opportunities with increasing responsibility based on performance.What you will do:Investment ExecutionSupport due diligence on potential direct investment, co-investment and fund opportunitiesBuild and maintain dynamic and user-friendly financial models for valuation and return analysisPrepare and contribute to investment memos and committee materialsConduct industry, company, and market research to inform investment thesesAssist in evaluating deal structuring options, terms, and implicationsPortfolio ManagementMonitor financial and operational performance of portfolio companies and fund investmentsAssist with periodic valuations, performance attribution, and reporting on existing investmentsInvestigate and model financing alternatives or follow-on investment opportunitiesStrategic and Internal InitiativesContribute to research and analysis on investment themes, sectors, and structuresSupport internal strategic initiatives including process improvements and knowledge sharingEngage with internal stakeholders across legal, tax, and operations to support deal executionWhat you bring:2-4 years of experience in investment banking or private equityUniversity degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, Engineering, or a quantitative field with strong academic performanceDemonstrated strong skills in financial modeling, business analysis, and due diligenceExpert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; knowledge of Capital IQ, Bloomberg, or other data tools is an assetStrong communication and writing skills with the ability to synthesize complex ideas clearlyCurious mindset, strong attention to detail, and a proactive attitudeHigh integrity, professionalism, and team orientationThe expected annual base salary range for this role is: $98,000 - $148,000 CADThe actual base salary offered to the successful candidate may vary based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, individual's expertise and level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered.This role is eligible to participate in discretionary incentive plan(s), subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan text.This job is for an existing vacancy.HOOPP may use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening, assessing and selecting applicants for this position. These tools support our recruitment process but do not replace human judgment and decision-making.