Job Description

CPP Investments’ Sustainable Energy Group (SEG), is a new investment group that combines the organization’s expertise in renewables, conventional energy and new technology and service solutions. SEG will generate compelling investment opportunities for the Fund, positioning CPP Investments as the leading global energy investor. Through the combination of the Energy & Resources (E&R) and Power & Renewables (P&R) groups, SEG will have approximately $18 billion in assets under management, making it highly competitive and flexible in the large and dynamic global energy sector. 

SEG takes advantage of growing market opportunities as the energy sector evolves and global power demand grows, especially for low-carbon energy alternatives. The SEG group was created because CPP Investments’ scale, flexibility and long-term horizon align with the energy and power industry’s dynamics, allowing us to better access attractive investments. The group holds a diversified portfolio primarily comprised of long-term tangible assets, including renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and hydro, as well as conventional power, upstream oil & gas, energy midstream, carbon capture and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). It also invests_ in areas of innovation, technology and services to the energy industries and manages agriculture investments._

The Analyst/Associate will provide support in building and executing the Sustainable Energy Group Strategy and drive investment results:

• Support the execution of Sustainable Energy Group strategy by helping to manage/optimize existing platforms/partnerships, evaluating new market opportunities, and executing new investments
• Work effectively with Sustainable Energy Group team members, investment committees and other parts of CPP Investments
• Be part of a global team, participating in global strategic initiatives and staffing model
• Coach, mentor and develop junior team members
• Be a strong culture carrier within the Sustainable Energy Group team, demonstrating CPP Investments’ guiding principles and the Sustainable Energy Group’s core principles of innovation, collaboration, transparency and mutual respect

The Analyst/Associate will have an opportunity to demonstrate and develop the following competencies:

Deal Execution

• Strong deal execution capabilities. Ability to liaise with external advisors and coordinate deal execution
• Ability to concurrently research, analyze and evaluate a variety of sustainable energy investment opportunities; as well as to perform due diligence on opportunities including financial performance, quality of management teams, investment merits and risks, expected returns, regulatory environment, industry dynamics and other relevant factors
• Strong experience in reviewing 3rd party due diligence reports (market, technical, accounting, environmental, legal, etc.)
• Participate in meetings with prospective companies’ management and review past performance, strategy, outlook, regulatory and industry issues, and other relevant topics as required

Asset Management and Value Creation

• Monitor ongoing financial and operational performance of existing Sustainable Energy Group investments, as well as support other portfolio company initiatives
• Present regular performance and valuation review for Sustainable Energy Group investments
• Identify and bring insights to the team's value creation work (including execution plans)
• Participate in discussions with portfolio company management and board of directors

Team Building, Development and Engagement

• Build and manage relationships with CPP Investments’ internal teams and portfolio companies’ management teams
• Demonstrated interpersonal effectiveness, in terms of upwards management and establishing relationship with other team members
• Contribute to enterprise initiatives and represent the Sustainable Energy Group in collaborations with other departments / teams

Strong Culture Carrier

• Demonstrate the Guiding Principles and promote them in the Sustainable Energy Group and in CPP Investments
• Foster innovation, entrepreneurship and knowledge sharing.  Act inclusively with colleagues and promote a culture of collaboration, transparently and mutual respect

Deal Assessment and Relationship Management

• Ability to build relationships across cultures/geographies, including with key advisors/partners/management teams
• Assess relative value and risks, help deal teams quickly analyze and screen markets and investment opportunities
• Liaise with investment partners (other investors) and advisors (financial, industry specialists, etc.)

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development with an emphasis in sustainable energy investments/transactions
• Proven experience in supporting due diligence of investment opportunities and a track record of successful investment recommendations
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multi-office (preferably global) matrix organization
• A strong intellectual curiosity and passion in investing
• Strong research, financial modelling, analytical and valuation skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Willingness to travel
• CFA, CBV or CA designation and additional languages are considered an asset

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