Senior Associate - Private Investments, Agriculture

Fiera Comox Partners; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate to join their dynamic investment team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage deeply in the investment lifecycle, from screening new opportunities to executing transactions. You will collaborate closely with senior professionals and portfolio executives, gaining invaluable experience in managing a diversified investment portfolio. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in private equity or investment banking, strong analytical skills, and a passion for mentoring. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to a growing firm, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in private equity or investment banking.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence and manage external consultants.
• Prepare financial models and investment summaries.
• Mentor junior investment professionals.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Initiative

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business

Graduate degree

CFA, CPA or CAIA

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

With a globally diversified portfolio of investments, and active investment pipeline, the Senior Associate role will have exposure to the full investment lifecycle. As a Senior Associate, you will be actively involved in the screening of new investment opportunities, due diligence, and support transaction execution. You will also heavily be involved in the day-to-day management of portfolio company assets and benefit from working directly alongside senior investment team members and portfolio company executives.

The level of this position may vary depending on the profile of the selected candidate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of your responsibilities, you will be assigned the following duties:

• Identify and perform preliminary analysis of investment opportunities
• Conduct due diligence of potential investments and work closely with senior professionals across various workstreams (financial, legal, tax, commercial, among others)
• Lead the management of external consultants and advisors during the due diligence process
• Develop and supervise the preparation of financial models for potential investments
• Prepare investment summaries, memorandums and presentations during the investment process
• Support active management of our investments by performing financial monitoring and analysis, engaging in strategic discussions and observing Board meetings
• Participate in presentations to various committees and Board of Directors
• Develop an industry network, with a particular focus on advisors, operators and other market participants
• Mentorship and training of junior investment professionals
• Take on many different roles and tasks to support the growth of the business

EDUCATION/ACCREDITATION

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Agri-Business or other related programs
• Graduate degree an asset
• CFA, CPA or CAIA an asset

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIFIC SKILLS

• 6+ years of experience in private equity, investment banking, transaction advisory, management consulting, corporate development, or with a natural resources company
• Financial modeling and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong acumen for business
• Team player
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Willingness to learn and flexibility to take on a wide range of roles
• Experience in agriculture or other natural resources is an asset

SPECIFIC CONDITIONS

• Ability to travel (domestic and international)

All people interested in this position may send their resume to [e-mail]. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

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