Secondaries & Primaries Analyst - Montreal

ARDIAN Canada Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ARDIAN Canada Inc. seeks an Analyst focused on supporting investment functions, encompassing financial modeling, valuation analysis of private equity, and preparing investment recommendations for the global investment committee.

Ideal candidates are results-driven, organized, and hold a degree in Finance or a related field, possessing strong analytical and Excel modeling skills. Opportunities for international teamwork are also available.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in finance - investment banking, strategy consulting, or valuation.
• Familiarity with working in international teams.

Responsibilities

• Participate in investment opportunity sourcing efforts.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare investment recommendations.
• Monitor investments and prepare reporting presentations.

Skills

Excel modeling skills

Corporate finance principles

Analytical mindset

Strong writing skills

Organized and motivated

Strong drive for results

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

The Role

The Analyst will focus on primary, early secondary and secondary investments, providing highly advanced support in investment functions including financial modeling, valuation analysis of private equity and infrastructure funds and companies, preparation of investment recommendations for Ardian’s global investment committee, as well as various ad hoc reports and projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Secondary Fund of Funds: Participate in investment opportunity sourcing efforts, value and price equity interests in private equity funds and companies, prepare financial projections and transaction modeling, produce investment recommendations, present to global team and Investment Committee, monitor investments and development vs. targeted performance, prepare reporting presentations to Limited Partners and Advisory Board.
• Primary Fund of Funds: Screen North American and European Private Equity and infrastructure markets, compile information and conduct research, conduct due diligence (strategy, team, performance), prepare investment recommendation, present to global team and Investment Committee, monitor portfolio through ongoing dialogue with managers & attend investor meetings, prepare reporting presentations to Limited Partners.
• Mandates and Ardian Customized Solutions: Work with the Ardian Customized Solutions team on new mandates through RFP processes, prepare quarterly reportings and meetings, present to clients performance of underlying funds invested.

Required Skills

• Strong drive for results, teachable, always delivers high-quality work.
• Deep understanding of corporate finance principles and how to analyze investment opportunities.
• Very strong Excel modeling skills.
• Strong writing and memo-drafting skills.
• Organized and motivated.
• Strong analytical mindset.
• Profile: Degree in Finance or other related field.
• 0.5 - 2 years' experience in finance – investment banking, strategy consulting, or valuation.
• Familiarity working with international teams and across cultures.

About Ardian

In a world of constant evolution, Ardian stands out for its ability to anticipate, adapt, and turn challenges into opportunities. As a global, diversified private markets firm with 22 offices and more than 350 investment professionals worldwide, we provide investment and customized solutions that reflect new economic dynamics and help our clients remain resilient in a changing world. We deliver multi-local expertise and long-term performance for our investors and partners as well as shared value for the broader society. Since Ardian’s inception in 1996, our pioneering approach to diversification and our ability to offer tailor‑made solutions at scale have remained at the heart of our strategy. Through commitment, knowledge and technology, we bring lasting value to our companies and contribute positively to the whole industry. Ardian currently manages or advises $200bn for more than 1,920 clients worldwide across Private Equity, Real Assets, and Credit.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ardian is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, genetic information, ancestry, marital status as a victim of domestic violence, pregnancy or child birth (including breastfeeding) or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws. It is our policy to comply with all applicable laws governing employment practices and not to discriminate on the basis of any unlawful criteria. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of your employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement and promotion.