Investment Analyst or Associate

Investment Analyst or Associate

Application Deadline: August 12, 2022

About AIOC:

As a first-of-its-kind Provincial Crown Corporation, Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) was established to facilitate Indigenous investment in medium to large scale projects within Alberta. Specifically, AIOC is responsible for issuing Government-backed loan guarantees that support up to $1 billion of Indigenous investment in the natural resources, agriculture, telecommunications, and transportation sectors.

Role:

The Analyst/Associate role is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly established and growing investment organization. Located in Calgary, Alberta, the Analyst/Associate will play a key role at AIOC, contributing to the execution of AIOC’s investment program and operations. As a crucial member of a small team, the Analyst/Associate will cover a wide variety of functions that will evolve as the organization matures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Investment Principal, provide direct support in evaluating Indigenous-backed investment proposals presented to AIOC
• Participate in the due diligence process on qualified Indigenous-backed investments, including working with complex financial models
• Work with 3^rd party service providers, including lawyers, investment banks, commercial banks, and technical consulting firms to advance due diligence and deal structuring
• Support in providing substantive, helpful feedback to investment proponents
• Prepare analysis and presentations for AIOCs executive team and/or Board of Directors
• Aide in the development and management of systems for monitoring and tracking existing investments

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest in the financial sector (corporate finance, research, private equity, etc.) and infrastructure-focused investing (project financing, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining outstanding attention to detail
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and the ability to build, manipulate and maintain complex financial models
• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems without established precedence or procedures
• A positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, evolving work environment
• An interest and experience in engaging with Indigenous businesses and community leaders
• Strong written and verbal communication

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or business
• Completion of or working towards a CFA designation is considered an asset
• 1-4 years of relevant work experience

Please Note:

• Complete applications including a resume and brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining the AIOC team should be sent to careers@theaioc.com by August 12, 2022. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
• AIOC offices are located downtown Calgary; AIOC employs a hybrid work environment.
• We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization and for taking the time to apply; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• AIOC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is enthusiastically committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.