Associate, Sustainable Energies

CPPIB America Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Performance-based incentive plan

401(k) plan

Job summary

CPPIB America Inc. is seeking an Associate to conduct investment research and manage portfolio investments in New York. This role involves supporting the execution of new investment opportunities and performing due diligence to determine investment merits and risks.

The ideal candidate has relevant experience in deal environments and strong analytical skills, with a focus on financial modeling and valuation. The salary range for this position is competitive and includes various benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in deal environments including acquisitions and asset management.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of new investment opportunities in North America.
• Compile industry and market data to support research.
• Perform due diligence on financial, company, and sector opportunities.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Valuation skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Technical skills (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)

Education

Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a relevant field

Advanced degree or CFA certification

Job description

Role Summary

As an Associate, you will be responsible for conducting fundamental investment research, assisting in building recommendations, implementing fundamental investment strategies, and monitoring and managing portfolio investments. You may also support the identification, scoping, and implementation of value creation opportunities by conducting research, analysis, and preparing presentations.

Accountabilities

• Support the execution of new investment opportunities with focus in North America
• Support asset management activities for existing investments, building and leveraging the competencies of the Sustainable Energies Group team
• Compile industry, market, and asset-level data and financial information to support research
• Build and leverage relationships with industry participants and management teams
• Perform fundamental research and present research ideas to the broader group
• Perform due diligence on opportunities, including financial, company, and sector diligence, to determine investment merits and risks
• Develop company financial models and perform valuation analyses; apply statistical analysis to support investment decisions
• Participate in evaluation, including sharing views on overall investment attractiveness based on findings from diligence work
• Prepare analytical investment reviews and recommendations in collaboration with the team, including industry overviews, written investment rationales, and due diligence reviews
• Participate in presentation of investment recommendations to the Investment Committee and Board as required

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a relevant field
• Advanced degree or certification (CFA) is an asset
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience
• Strong research, analytical, financial modeling, valuation, problem solving skills and ability to think creatively
• Experience working in deal environments including supporting acquisitions, diligence and/or asset management activities
• Advanced computer/technical skills – MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
• Solid verbal and written communication skills

Compensation

The salary range for this position is USD $145,000 – USD $212,000. The base salary range shown here is a reasonable expectation and is part of a competitive total rewards package which includes comprehensive benefits, a performance-based incentive plan, and a 401(k).

Benefits

We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.