Analyst/associate, Infrastructure and Renewable - Victoria, Canada - British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI)

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI)

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Victoria, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled

We are looking for an experienced Analyst or Associate to join the Infrastructure & Renewable Resources (I&RR) investing team in Victoria, BC. If you are a highly motivated, team player with excellent communication skills and an interest in investing in infrastructure, forestry, and agriculture this is the opportunity for you
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
BCI's I&RR team invests globally in infrastructure, forestry, and agriculture businesses that provide stable longterm results. The team is one of the top ten largest institutional infrastructure investors globally, managing C$25+ billion in AUM through its offices in Victoria, BC and London, UK.
The I&RR team predominantly seeks direct investments in private companies but also pursues complementary strategies including investments in publicly listed companies and debt instruments. The team invests in a variety of capacities including as a sole sponsor, coinvestor, and selectively through funds. In these capacities, the team seeks to take an active governance approach built on a foundation of trusted relationships with all stakeholders and a commitment to longterm value creation.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Analyst/Associate will be a key member of the investment team in the Victoria office, contributing to the growth, preservation, and value realization of investments within I&RR's portfolio. This involves taking an active role in analyzing potential investment opportunities, working with existing portfolio companies to craft strategy and implement valueenhancing initiatives, and collaborating within the team to identify and execute on strategic initiatives across the portfolio.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Undergraduate and/or advanced graduate university degree or equivalent (e.g., MBA, CFA, CPA)
Up to 5 years of experience within private equity, investment banking, management consulting, corporate M&A, investment management, or other suitable background
A team player that thrives in a dynamic, teamoriented environment
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills and ability to perform indepth analysis
Demonstrates natural curiosity, an inquisitive mindset, and an eagerness to learn
Understanding of private market investing and strong financial modeling skills
Have an entrepreneurial spirit and strive to create positive impact (i.e., see a need, take on responsibility, and follow through)
Strong organizational and planning skills to effectively balance multiple priorities and initiatives
Exhibits a high level of integrity, professionalism, and excellent interpersonal skills
Experience in or knowledge of infrastructure, forestry, or agriculture investments (not required)
International education and/or experience (not required)
Bilingual (not required)
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
Investment Due Diligence and Execution
Work within an integrated deal team to conduct due diligence and evaluate investment opportunities
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to lead technical, commercial, ESG, valuation, and other pertinent workstreams
Synthesize findings and investment recommendations in executivelevel investment presentations
Proactive Portfolio Company Engagement
Evaluate and contribute to the development of business strategies, investment recommendations, and budgets, as well as addressing other issues confronting Board and management teams
Support the preparation and tracking of portfolio company KPIs and valuations to facilitate proactive asset management and ensure sustained longterm returns
Evaluate strategic initiatives (e.g., bolton acquisitions; divestitures; expansion projects) and support their pursuit directly with management and through external advisors
Collaborating on Strategic Initiatives Across the Portfolio
Conduct industry/geography/company/fund research and strategic reviews to support new deal origination activities and portfolio initiatives
Contribute to building an internal body of knowledge for recurring challenges/opportunities and evolving trendsSALARY RANGE
BCI offers a competitive total rewards package which includes a performancebased incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan and paid time off.

We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we compete for talent and with consideration to internal equity and job structure.

We aim for actual pay to be around the median of the market for target or expected levels of performance, and around the upper quartile of the market for excellent performance.

Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience and expertise.

WHY APPLY TO JOIN BCI

With our values as our anchor, it's our people that help shape employeefocused initiatives and who create the environment we work in each day all of which