Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec Looking for Analyst, Private Equity and Relationship Investing at Montréal, QC Full Time

/ Carry out projects with potential returns and economic benefits for Quebecers

/ Collaborate on dynamic teams with high-level professionals committed to shared objectives

/ Take on stimulating challenges that reflect your abilities and talent

/ Pursue your professional development in an inspiring workplace, with state-of-the-art technology and best environmental practices

Job Description

As a member of the Québec Private Equity and Relationship Investing team, you will contribute to the team’s portfolio performance by monitoring existing files in a rigorous and proactive manner and by supporting the completion of sound new investments in private and public companies. You will also help with investment valuation initiatives and may be required to participate in business development activities in the sector.

Main responsibilities

Planning and carrying out, with the support of the team managers, the quarterly financial, operational and competitive review of the portfolio investments under your responsibility.

Supporting the team in completing investment transactions through the implementation of rigorous financial models, the performance of incisive financial and business analysis, the effective coordination of due diligence work and the drafting of high quality recommendations.

Assisting managers in preparing presentations and organizing various business development meetings.

Helping with the continuous improvement of work processes and the refinement of your colleagues’ expertise.

Producing targeted sectoral studies.

Developing effective research and monitoring tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field

Graduate degree, a major asset

CFA, CPA and/or CBV designation obtained or in process, a major asset

One (1) to three (3) years of experience in financial analysis/modelling, as well as proficiency in the use of spreadsheets

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

Knowledge of private equity and/or corporate finance, a major asset

Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written)

Skills

Initiative, autonomy and collaborative spirit

Leadership and strong commitment to continuous improvement

Negotiation skills

Diligence and analytical focus

Verbal and written communication skills.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CDPQ wants to offer equal employment opportunities to everyone. It encourages women, visible and ethnic minorities, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to apply. CDPQ is also committed to further incorporating diversity into the organization and making it a source of enrichment and pride for all its employees. Please inform us if your current condition requires an accommodation during the recruiting process.

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