Analyst, Infrastructure financing

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated analyst to join their Infrastructure Financing team in London. This role offers the chance to contribute to major infrastructure projects worldwide, from transportation to renewable energy. You will conduct in-depth analyses, prepare investment recommendations, and collaborate with a talented team to enhance portfolio performance. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial analysis skills, a degree in finance or related fields, and a passion for teamwork. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in credit or equity investment, investment banking, or corporate finance.
• Solid experience in financial analysis and modelling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis for investment opportunities.
• Prepare investment recommendations for decision-making bodies.
• Monitor financial results of portfolio projects.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Modelling

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Master's Degree in Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Job description

Become invested in the community!

Join a global investment group and take pride in helping build a sustainable future.

At CDPQ:

• We value your unique contribution to a world-class team.
• We give you work that allows you to flourish and excel.
• We offer opportunities to learn from experts who generously share their knowledge.
• We are fully invested so that you can fulfil our mission every day.

Job Description

Within the Infrastructure financing team in CDPQ’s London office, the incumbent supports the team in achieving their business objectives by carrying out the various steps involved in the infrastructure debt investment analysis process and playing an active role in the careful monitoring of projects, contributing to the management of CDPQ’s investment opportunities, helping to improve portfolio performance and promoting collaboration and teamwork.

The Infrastructure Financing team finances, through senior or mezzanine debt, major infrastructure projects around the world, including transportation infrastructure (roads, ports, highways, etc.) renewable and transition energy projects and social and digital infrastructure.

Transactional experience in private equity, infrastructure or investment banking is a prerequisite for this position. The analyst will support the team in carrying out quality transactions for CDPQ, based on selected return and risk criteria. The successful candidate will also help monitor the investment portfolio under their responsibility and foster collaboration and teamwork.

What you will do

• Conduct research and fundamental analysis supporting the due diligence review of investment opportunities (project/asset, sector/market, quality of management, ability to create value, growth potential, risks, etc.).

• Prepare investment recommendations and present to decision-making bodies.

• Conduct modelling for investment opportunities.

• Review, analyze and contribute to negotiating legal documentation related to investments in compliance with CDPQ’s standards and instructions (letters of offer, credit agreements, prospectuses and other credit documents).

• Monitor changes in the quarterly and annual financial results of portfolio projects.

• Produce the required documentation required to monitor portfolios files (synopsis sheets, financial and valuation models, internal risk ratings).

• Anticipate situations of files underperforming.

• Develop effective analysis, search and monitoring systems.

• Offer assistance to other team members to achieve expected results.

Who you are

You stand out by your:

• Independence and initiative;

• Intellectual curiosity;

• Ability to think critically, analyze and summarize;

• Rigor and focus on quality;

• Teamwork;

• Communication skills.

What you bring

• One to two years of experience in credit or equity investment, investment banking or corporate finance, preferably in the infrastructure sector;

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related discipline;

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be taken into consideration;

• Solid experience in financial analysis and modelling;

• Studies related to the CFA program and/or FRM, an asset;

• Proficiency in software programs and databases used in the financial market (Office suite, Bloomberg, Capital IQ);

• Sound knowledge of project financing and/or infrastructure and companies;

• Excellent command of written and spoken English and French.

Feeling that my role is important. Having fun every day. Growing in step with my ambitions. Earning compensation that reflects my contribution. That’s the professional experience CDPQ offers!

We carefully review each application and directly contact those selected for an interview.

CDPQ offers equal employment opportunities to everyone. Women, visible/ethnic minorities, Indigenous people and individuals with disabilities are all encouraged to apply. If you’re interested in this job and even if your application does not meet all the criteria, do not hesitate to apply or contact us!

CDPQ is also committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion as key values and sees them as a source of enrichment and pride for all its employees. Please let us know if you require adopted measures for the recruiting process.

CDPQ represents la Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and its subsidiaries.