Associate Director, Private Equity

Why join us? Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story. At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets. OMERS Private Equity (“OPE”)seeks to use its significant and differentiated capital base to partner with management teams of industry-leading businesses We are direct investors with a long-term view of success, $12.8Bn AUM and a mandate to invest $3B each year in an evergreen fund structure. OPE is the private equity investment arm of OMERS, one of Canada’s largest pension plans with $121 billion of net assets under management across all of their investment classes including private equity, growth equity, venture capital, public markets, infrastructure and real estate. For more information, please visit www.omersprivateequity.com. Our dynamic investment team draws from backgrounds in private equity, investment banking and consulting. With an excellent investment track record and years of private equity experience, we work in partnership with our companies to build long-term value. OPE prides itself on its caring & collegial culture. The private equity team values associate engagement and quality experiences. We strive to identify candidates who are well suited to our unique, team-based environment. The Associate Director role in Private Equity provides talented and motivated finance professionals an opportunity to be involved in identifying, evaluating, acquiring and actively managing direct, control private equity investments. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the research, analysis and evaluation new investment opportunities through industry research, competitor assessments, financial statement analysis and financial modeling Lead commercial and operational due diligence workstreams Support leadership team in a strategic or operational project Prepare internal investment presentations Oversee work of Associates and play a role in the recruitment of Associates Supports transaction and Asset Management activities Lead role in monitoring performance and analysis, review quarterlies Lead portfolio company key value creation plan initiatives. Work alongside management to research and execute tuck-in acquisitions Support capital structure management, including debt refinancing, tax planning and capital budgeting QUALIFICATIONS Approximately 6 years of work experience in private equity, investment banking, or management consulting. Current 2nd year MBA students are welcome to apply MBA preferred Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and timelines Excellent interpersonal skills and both written & verbal communication skills Be intellectually curious and have a long investment horizon Demonstrate attention to detail and strong analytical skills Commitment to stay current on a variety of topics related to the investment themes being explored Embrace collaborative sharing of knowledge within a team environment Driven to achieving results and continuously striving to deliver the highest performance through creative thinking Our story: Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $121 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2021. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with 1,000 participating employers ranging from large cities to local agencies, and over half a million active, deferred and retired members. OMERS members include union and non-union employees of municipalities, school boards, local boards, transit systems, electrical utilities, emergency services and children’s aid societies across Ontario. Contributions to the Plan are funded equally by members and employers. OMERS teams work in Toronto, London, New York, Amsterdam, Luxembourg, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe – serving members and employers and originating and managing a diversified portfolio of high-quality investments in public markets, private equity, infrastructure and real estate. OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives. Vaccination Policy At OMERS and Oxford the office or worksite is our primary place of work. We are committed to providing work environments which promote the health, safety and well-being of all employees in accordance with public health regulation and guidance. Accordingly, employees are required to provide evidence of full vaccination or have an approved exemption.