Investment Associate, Private Capital

Our CompanyOntario Teachers' is Canada's largest single-profession pension plan with $266.3 billion in net assets. We pay pensions and invest plan assets on behalf of 333,000 working and retired teachers. Since our establishment as an independent organization in 1990, we have built an international reputation for innovation and leadership in investment management and member services. Teachers’ is an experienced global investor and a significant investor in the Asia Pacific region. Ontario Teachers’ is headquartered in Toronto and has investment offices based in London, Singapore, and India. Ontario Teachers’ employs more than 1,500 globally.

The Opportunity

Based in Singapore, you will be an integral part of the Private Capital team with a focus on supporting direct investments & opportunities. You will play a key role in supporting senior investment professionals in analyzing potential investment opportunities and executing transactions in Asia Pacific, particularly in Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia. You will also be involved with monitoring the performance of existing investments and working with portfolio company management teams to craft strategy and implement value-enhancing initiatives. The Investment Associate will contribute to a team culture where multiple investment groups will collaborate to effectively cover the market.

Who you’ll work with

In your new role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a team of professionals including colleagues and teams based in Singapore, India, Toronto and London as well as outside professionals such as management teams of our assets, investment bankers, consultants, board directors and lawyers.

What you’ll do

You will work with colleagues on small deal teams, evaluating potential investments and determining whether the company represents an attractive investment opportunity. This includes supporting investment origination by conducting industry and company research, building sophisticated financial models, managing third-party advisors and analysing due diligence reports, arranging debt financing, reviewing legal documentation, and preparing materials to support our recommendations to the Investment Committee. Once a transaction has been completed, you will remain involved with the business, potentially attending board meetings as an observer, and will work with the management team to implement value-enhancing initiatives, such as acquisitions, debt refinancing, budgeting and other strategic projects.

What you’ll need

• An undergraduate or graduate degree with a strong academic record from a top tier university. CFA and / or other meaningful designations considered an asset.
• 2 to 4 years of related work experience, ideally in investment banking, private equity, principal investing, equity research, management consulting or transaction advisory.
• Fluency in Japanese is considered essential, Korean language skills would be considered an asset.
• Sophisticated skills in Excel, Word and PowerPoint are a requirement.
• Experience in building three-statement models as well as developing forecasts and valuations.
• Experience in the investment process, including conducting due diligence.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written with outstanding presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to perform in-depth, critical analysis.
• Strong proficiency in written and verbal English.
• Exposure to international markets (Japan / South Korea) will be a plus.
• A relationship builder and an effective teammate with strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and possess unquestioned personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to meet timelines and operate in a highly driven and demanding work environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

What we're offering

• Pay for performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentives.
• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage.
• A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working.
• Competitive time off.
• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year.

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application. We thank you for applying, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. Note that candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired. Please contact us at apac_recruitment@otpp.com. The privacy of your personal information is important to us. Please visit our Privacy Centre to learn how we handle your personal information.

Functional Areas: Investments
Requisition ID: 6370