Analyst, Private equity

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment group is seeking a candidate for their Private Equity team in London. The role involves evaluating investment opportunities, supporting financial modeling, and analyzing market data. Candidates should possess 1-2 years' investment banking experience, a degree in finance or a related field, and proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is essential, along with a strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. This position offers the chance to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in investment banking.
• Excellent skills in financial analysis and LBO modeling.
• Mastery of French and English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate investment opportunities and prepare analyses.
• Support rigorous financial modeling and business model reviews.
• Prepare internal reports within agreed timelines.
• Review financial reports and analyze market data.
• Research key topics and trends in targeted sectors.
• Organize discussions with partners inside and outside.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical approach

Ability to manage stress

Curiosity

Effective communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance

Undergraduate degree in economics

Undergraduate degree in accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Become invested in the community!

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

At La Caisse:

• 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.

Over the years, we have built a strong culture based on four pillars: ambition to push ourselves further, accountability to bring our convictions to life, openness to grow through creative ideas, and collaboration to drive us toward the best outcomes.

Job Description

Working within CDPQ London’s Private equity team, the selected candidate is an integral part of the deal team, supporting it on new LBO investments as well as with portfolio company monitoring. They have the opportunity to thrive in a collaborative, informal and dynamic cultural environment of high performers.

What You Will Do

• Participate in the evaluation of potential investment opportunities and contribute to the preparation of preliminary analyses and investment recommendation documents;
• Support the team, by carrying out rigorous financial modelling and review of business models;
• Contribute to the preparation of internal reports within agreed timelines;
• Thoroughly review companies’ financial reports, establish comparable data representative of the market, by carrying out a detailed analysis;
• Continuously research key topics and trends in targeted sectors: proactively follow the news and gather information from key sources;
• Provide support to the team in the preparation and organization of different discussions and meetings held with partners both inside and outside of Laaisse.

What makes you unique

• Attention to detail and analytical approach;
• Ability to manage stress and priorities well;
• Curiosity and maturity in analyzing new situations or information;
• Ability to present and verbally defend your own work;
• Commitment, energy, and proactivity;
• Excellent team spirit and willingness to find the best solutions for the organization;
• Effective communication.

What You Bring

• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in investment banking;
• An undergraduate degree in finance, economics, or accounting;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Excellent skills in financial analysis, particularly in leveraged buyout (LBO) modeling;
• Excellent proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint;
• Mastery of French and English, both spoken and written;
• Legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom;
• Willingness to travel abroad.

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 La Caisse offers!

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

La Caisse offers equal employment opportunities to everyone. Women, visible/ethnic minorities, Indigenous people and individuals with disabilities are all encouraged to apply. La Caisse 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.

*Studies show that women and individuals from groups that are traditionally underrepresented are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements. If you’re interested in this job but you don’t meet all the criteria, apply anyway!