Investment Associate, Infrastructure & Natural Resources

About Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan

Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) is one of the world’s largest pension investment managers, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The organization manages and administers the defined benefit pension plan for over 330,000 active and retired teachers across Ontario. With a global workforce and investment operations spanning multiple continents, OTPP manages a substantial investment portfolio focused on delivering outstanding service and retirement security to its members. The Infrastructure and Natural Resources (INR) division is a specialized investment arm within OTPP that comprises over 80 highly specialized private equity investment professionals. The division maintains a geographically diverse portfolio of approximately C$47 billion and operates regional offices in Toronto, London, Singapore, Mumbai, with an additional presence in Santiago, Chile. This global footprint enables INR to identify and manage investment opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. OTPP’s Infrastructure mandate focuses on high-quality assets that provide critical services to society with defensive investment characteristics and low return volatility. Investment sectors include renewable energy, electric and water utilities, airports, ports, and toll roads. The Natural Resources mandate targets direct exposure to commodities in mining, agriculture, timberland, aquaculture, and other resource-based sectors, providing investors with cash flow generation, inflation protection, and portfolio diversification. The organization is committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that celebrates diversity of thought, background, and experience through its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and Employee Resource Groups.

About this Role

The Investment Associate will join the EMEA Infrastructure & Natural Resources team based in the London office, working within a dynamic team-based environment. The successful candidate will become a member of a small, specialized team focused on analyzing potential investment opportunities and executing transactions across the EMEA region and beyond. This position offers the opportunity to develop investment acumen and build strategic relationships across global markets while directly supporting senior team members across all infrastructure sectors and geographic regions. The Associate will be involved with existing portfolio companies, working closely with management teams to assist in shaping strategy and implementing value-enhancing initiatives. These initiatives encompass mergers and acquisitions, debt refinancing, budgeting, and strategic projects. The role also contributes to a collaborative team culture where multiple investment groups work together to effectively cover the market and identify value creation opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Employ sophisticated financial modelling tools to analyze investment opportunities
• Identify key value drivers and financial risks and perform related sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Assist in the due diligence process and incorporate findings into financial models
• Assist in the financial analysis required to raise third-party financing for acquisitions
• Work closely with external advisors, consultants, and partners to assess risks and submit competitive bids under tight timelines
• Prepare presentations, reports, and investment recommendations to senior management and, where applicable, the Board of OTPP
• Review and analyze financial reports, budgets, board books, and other information prepared by management of portfolio companies
• Work with portfolio company management to maintain a financial model that can be used to monitor and value the company and to analyze strategic issues
• Conduct research and analysis and develop action plans on matters affecting existing investments including those relating to tax, regulation, law, and competitive position
• Support the preparation of internal annual valuations

Requirements

• 2+ years related work experience, preferably in investment banking or private equity
• Demonstrated experience in the infrastructure sector with a strong understanding of core sub-sectors such as energy, transportation, digital infrastructure, utilities, and social infrastructure
• Deep familiarity with infrastructure industry dynamics, regulatory environments, and the underlying characteristics of infrastructure assets
• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, economics, or mathematics with a strong academic record; technical degrees such as engineering will also be considered
• Experience in the investment process, including conducting due diligence, arranging debt financing, and negotiating documentation
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills and ability to perform in-depth, critical analysis
• Advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, with superior presentation skills
• Strong proficiency in written and verbal English
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, able to establish and build relationships
• Self‑motivated with unquestioned personal and professional integrity
• Ability to meet tight timelines and operate in a highly competitive and demanding work environment
• Willingness to travel
• Fluency in other European languages considered an asset
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom

Benefits

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage
• Competitive time off
• Flexible Travel Program allowing the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
• Inclusive workplace culture with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups for professional development, networking, and mentoring
• Work experience that encourages talent development and celebrates diversity

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