Investment Analyst

Colonial Group; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Snacks on-site

Fitness reimbursement

Competitive bonus

Job summary

Valnet is seeking an Investment Analyst in Montreal to support the acquisition lifecycle and manage internal investments. You will report to the Chief Investment Officer and collaborate with our Brands and leadership team on future acquisitions.

The role requires strong financial modeling, valuation, and due diligence skills, with 1–3 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC or corporate development. MBA is a plus; on-site work with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques and due diligence processes.
• Strong self-motivated learner with analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• Affinity for adtech, media or technology.

Responsibilities

• Co-lead the acquisition lifecycle: sourcing, pipeline growth, valuation, due diligence, drafting purchase agreements, integration/management.
• Manage internal investments by leading operations with partners and driving results against budgeted expectations.
• Assist investment team with modeling, budgeting, tracking, KPIs, and ad hoc projects/reports.
• Ideating and presenting new investment opportunities.
• Co-lead and/or assist portfolio management on special mandates.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation techniques

Due diligence

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

M&A experience

Investment experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

Job description

Investment Analyst

Location: Montreal, Full time in office

Valnet is seeking a highly analytical and driven Investment Analyst to help run the acquisition lifecycle and to manage our internal investments.

The ideal candidate must possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and the desire to work in a fast-paced environment. This person will report directly to the Chief Investment Officer and will work closely with our Brands and the rest of the leadership team in regards to future and potential acquisitions.

Responsibilities:

• Co-lead the entire acquisition lifecycle: sound knowledge of the competitive landscape, sourcing, pipeline growth, capital deployment, valuation, negotiating, due diligence assisting counsel with purchase agreement drafting, integration/management (operations): with the ultimate objective of driving results in line with IRR expectations.
• Manage our internal investments by leading/co-leading operations with content/business partners and driving operational/financial results as per budgeted expectations.
• Assist investment team’s needs with ad hoc requests, i.e. operational and financial modeling/budgeting/tracking/KPIs, while also assisting with special projects/reporting/meetings/presentations, etc.
• Ideating and presenting new investment opportunities.
• Co-lead and/or assist portfolio management/operations on special mandates.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or in a related field.
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in M&A, investment banking, private equity, VC, or corporate development.
• A strong understanding of financial modeling, valuation techniques and due diligence processes.
• A strong self-motivated learner with strong analytical, negotiation and communication skills.
• An affinity for adtech, media or technology.

Benefits:

• Full health insurance plan (including medical, dental, and vision).
• Daily on-site snacks & coffee.
• Fitness subscription reimbursement program.
• Competitive compensation plan and bonus structure.

Who we are:

Valnet is a company unlike any other. Here, you'll work alongside passionate, dedicated individuals who bring their best every day, creating an environment that is as inspiring as it is challenging. We are innovative leaders, not passive followers, always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry. We encourage autonomy and value creative contributions, empowering you to shape meaningful change from day one. Moreover, we don't just talk about culture – we make it our first priority, fostering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where talent is recognized and rewarded. In our true meritocratic structure, your career can develop quickly, giving you the opportunity to grow professionally and be generously rewarded for your achievements. But don't take our word for it, visit ourcorporatewebsite to see for yourself!