LSP Recruit is partnering with a global multi-strategy asset manager to find the newest addition to their infrastructure investing team. With teams in Toronto, US, UK and Australia, they are looking for an Associate in Toronto to analyze North American investment opportunities. This highly coveted infrastructure program has built a well-diversified global portfolio with assets under management exceeding $6 billion.
As a member of this team, you'll become a part of a collaborative, inclusive and dynamic environment that promotes personal and professional growth with an "open-door" approach to senior leadership. This firm excels in identifying and leveraging mid-market, core, and core plus infrastructure prospects. Their proven track record demonstrates their consistent ability to deliver stable and attractive risk-adjusted returns to their investors. They achieve this through thoughtful due diligence, risk management, and governance practices, as well as a robust asset management strategy that has allowed them to construct a strategically diversified portfolio.
As an Associate, you’ll gain exposure to the entire deal cycle and work in an independent setting surrounded by skilled and creative investment professionals. Investing in tangible assets requires in-depth financial, legal, and technical analysis, as well as the cultivation of strong business judgement. The ideal candidate for this position is someone with aspirations for a long-term career in infrastructure investment, possessing approximately 2 to 4 years of experience with a top-tier investment banking, infrastructure, private equity, or management consulting firm.
Responsibilities
- Creating or evaluating complex dynamic financial models in Excel that project long-term cash flows for potential investments. This involves ensuring the financial model accurately reflects the commercial terms in the transaction and conducting sensitivity analyses to assess the risk-return profile;
- Reviewing and summarizing market data, demand drivers, economic indicators, regulatory frameworks, financial reports, legal documents, and other essential information to pinpoint the main factors driving value and potential risks in an investment;
- Conducting a variety of research initiatives specific to the industry and individual projects to support the infrastructure platform and staying updated on industry news releases; and
- Overseeing current investments to ensure they align with the business plans and taking a lead role in developing internal valuations.
Qualifications
- 2 - 4 years experience in a direct investing-focused role, investment banking, management consulting, or corporate development.
- Strong sense of business and investment judgement.
- Undergraduate degree with strong academic performance - a focus on business, finance or accounting is preferred.
- Experience in complex financial modeling of businesses, preferably infrastructure-related, but not required.
- Experience performing detailed due diligence.
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Desire to work in a close-knit team.
About LSP Recruit
LSP Recruit is an executive search firm focused on "Connecting the right people" by developing long-standing relationships built on trust, integrity, and candour. LSP specializes in roles for finance professionals building careers investing in the private or public markets. As a duo we bring over 25 years of recruiting experience and over 300 successful searches on Bay and Wall Street. Due to the firm's specialized and unique approach, we have developed an unparalleled network of relationships and knowledge, leading to better outcomes and experiences for both candidates and clients. Learn more about LSP Recruit on our website at www.lsprecruit.ca.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer but candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
We welcome all applications and wish to thank all candidates for their interest in applying for this position. However, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.