Contribute to Sustainable Growth
Join a global investment group and help shape a brighter future.
At CDPQ:
* We value your unique perspective in a world-class team.
* We provide work that allows you to thrive and excel.
* We offer opportunities to learn from experts who generously share their knowledge.
* We are fully invested so you can fulfill our mission every day.
Job Description
Role
The analyst will support the Infrastructure team in achieving its business objectives by advising on transaction execution based on required risk and return, and assisting with post-investment management of CDPQ's assets in Asia Pacific.
Main Responsibilities
* Participate actively in analyzing investment proposals.
* Develop and review detailed financial models, highlighting key points of the investment thesis, including sensitivity analyses, review of financial projections, and valuation assumptions.
* Provide advice on evaluating potential investments using appropriate methodologies (discounted cash flow, multiples, etc.).
* Conduct an initial detailed verification of investment possibilities.
* Lead the drafting of authorization documents for new investment possibilities.
* Support main collaborators with negotiating trade agreements and shareholding structures.
* Contribute to developing the Infrastructure team's business plans and strategies, as well as those of portfolio companies.
* Proactively monitor financial and operational indicators, as well as financial reports of portfolio companies.
* Contribute to the portfolio's value added by publishing recommendations on key industry trends and strategic issues of portfolio companies.
* Prepare internal and external reports on portfolio companies.
* Take part in portfolio companies' Boards of Directors as an observer.
* Conduct extensive research on trends and fundamentals of covered sectors, proactively following market news and collecting information from relevant sources.
* Produce a detailed analysis of the infrastructure sector's key challenges and recommend strategies for implementation.
* Produce sectoral studies on potential target markets for development.
* Develop effective tools for research and market surveillance.
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting.
* Master's in Finance, MBA, or CFA considered an asset.
* One to two years of experience in investing/corporate finance/investment banking, particularly in the infrastructure and project finance industries.
* Solid experience in financial analysis and modeling.
* Extensive knowledge of MS Office and financial market tools (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, etc.).
* Australian citizenship or PR preferred.
* Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written), knowledge of French a plus.
Competencies
* Exceptionally rigorous
* Critical and analytical thinking
* Commitment, enthusiasm, proactive, and strong organizational skills
* Good team player and seeks best solutions for the organization
* Strong sense of teamwork
* Ability to manage stress and priorities effectively
* Effective communication
* Humility and diplomacy
* Sense of initiative
* Adaptability to change
We take pride in our work, enjoy daily challenges, grow in line with our ambitions, and receive compensation reflecting our contributions. This is 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 your application does not meet all criteria, do not hesitate to apply or contact us.
CDPQ is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion as key values and sees them as a source of enrichment and pride for all 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.