AddressAre 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.
Introduction
OMERS Infrastructure is a pioneer and global leader in Infrastructure direct investing with over 25 years of experience originating, executing, and actively managing infrastructure investments. We have over 100 dedicated infrastructure professionals across offices in New York, Toronto, London, Singapore, and Sydney. OMERS Infrastructure manages approximately C$40 billion of investments on behalf of OMERS and institutional strategic partners across a diversified global portfolio that includes investments in clean energy, transportation and logistics, digital infrastructure, power and utilities, and other essential services.
We are looking for a highly motivated Associate to join our Infrastructure team in Sydney, Australia. In this role, you will support OMERS Infrastructure’s continued pursuit and management of high quality infrastructure investments in Australia and New Zealand, with the goal of providing strong and consistent returns to our members.
You’ll be one of a small group of Associates on the team playing the critical role of supporting the research and analysis that helps to inform our investment decisions. You will be a key member of an engaged, high-reaching team—part of a world-class, winning culture that prioritizes people development and focuses on long-term growth. We take great pride in leading the industry by earning respect through every interaction, every day. We go above and beyond to protect and grow relationships by anticipating needs, being honest and considerate, and valuing all counterparties as genuine partners.
Position Scope
Reporting to a Managing Director, the Associate will join a small, highly collegial team and be involved throughout the life cycle of investment in assets and their long-term management. The position will be based in Sydney, Australia. The Associate role is to support on origination, transaction and asset management related functions.
As a member of this team, you will be responsible for:
Researching and analyzing financial statements, industry information, technical and financial data, and presenting conclusions to team members and managers
Independently developing financial models depicting an investment target’s historical and projected financial results consistent with the team’s evaluation of the investment
Critically reviewing, stress testing and commenting on financial models to assess the integrity of the model and the financial returns of investment opportunities
Writing memorandums and presentations summarizing key findings from research, financial analysis and meetings with industry representatives, co-investors and external advisors
Assisting with asset management responsibilities by preparing analysis and responding to industry and company specific questions in respect of the portfolio companies
Preparing offer letters and other written correspondence addressed to external parties
Actively researching prospective companies and industries to generate investment ideas for OMERS Infrastructure and identify important industry issues which are relevant to OMERS.
Identifying and tracking information gaps in OMERS Infrastructure’s evaluation of investments and proposing solutions to address the information gaps
Critically assessing documentation and other communications provided by vendors, company management and other professional advisors, and incorporating the relevant portions of this information into investment analysis
Preparing OMERS Infrastructure’s due diligence questions for company management and external advisors and assisting in the preparation of all internal and external due diligence reports
Independently leading valuation work streams for pursuits with limited oversight by senior team members
Helping foster an energized, proactive and entrepreneurial work environment
To succeed in this role, you:
Require advanced understanding of financial statements
Demonstrate a high degree of foresight
Lead due diligence work streams
Require strong analytical, quantitative and financial modeling skills
Require strong written, verbal and presentation skills
Work independently with minimal direction
Possess good teamwork skills
Have excellent command of MS Office applications
Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $128.6 CAD billion in net assets as of December 31, 2023. OMERS is a jointly-sponsored pension plan, with more than 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.
