Investment Analyst, Infrastructure Private Equity

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Job Description

Investment Analyst, Infrastructure Private Equity

CDPQ is a Québec financial institution that manages funds mainly from public and private insurance and pension plans. With CAD 452 billion in assets under management as at June 30, 2024, CDPQ is one of the largest institutional fund managers and invests worldwide in a number of asset classes, including equities, bonds, real estate, private equity, and infrastructure assets.

CDPQ currently ranks as the largest institutional infrastructure investor in the world. The infrastructure portfolio comprises over CAD 60 billion in assets worldwide, including leading European assets such as Eurostar, Heathrow Airport,Akiem, Streem, ATC Europe, Keolis, or the Velto Renewables platform.

The team aims to deploy capital by acquiring substantial, often controlling, stakes in large-cap companies. This approach provides us significant influence over their strategy, their operations and sustainable development.

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated investment analyst to join our European Infrastructure team, based in Paris. As an analyst, you will be an integral part of the investment process into infrastructure equity opportunities. The role comprises assessing investment opportunities as well as supporting the team in managing the current portfolio companies, which includes working directly with their management teams, evaluating add-on investments, refinancings and divestitures.

This represents a unique opportunity to work and develop professionally alongside a team of experienced investors in a stimulating and collaborative environment, while getting exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects and complex transactions.

What you will do

• Active participation in analyzing investment proposals;
• Develop and review detailed financial models and highlight the key points of the investment thesis, including performing sensitivity analyses, review of financial projections and valuation assumptions;
• Provide advice on evaluating potential investments using the appropriate methodology (discounted cash flow, multiples, etc.);
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to conduct thorough due diligence on infrastructure investment opportunities;
• Lead the drafting of investment committee memos for new investment opportunities;
• Assist main collaborators with negotiating agreements and shareholding structures;
• Prepare internal and external reports on portfolio companies;
• Monitor market trends and regulatory developments affecting infrastructure investments, and prepare sectoral studies on potential target markets to develop.

Who you are

You stand out by your:

• Ambition, extremely rigorous, critical and analytical thinking;
• Accountability, sense of initiative;
• Openness, humility, diplomacy, good team player and seeks the best solutions for the organization;
• Collaboration, Commitment, enthusiasm, proactive and strong organizational skills.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting or engineering;
• Master's in financing, MBA or CFA would be considered an asset;
• Solid understanding in financial analysis and modelling;
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel);
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic and demanding environment;
• Proficiency in English and French, both spoken and written.

Feeling that my role is important. Having fun every day. Growing in step with my ambitions. Earning compensation that reflects my contribution. That's the professional experience CDPQ offers!

We carefully review each application and directly contact those selected for an interview.

CDPQ offers equal employment opportunities to everyone. Women, visible/ethnic minorities, Indigenous people and individuals with disabilities are all encouraged to apply. If you're interested in this job and even if your application does not meet all the criteria, do not hesitate to apply or contact us!

CDPQ is also committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion as key values and sees them as a source of enrichment and pride for all its employees. Please let us know if you require adopted measures for the recruiting process.

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