Job Description

Attendance: On-Site



Employment Category: Senior Professional



Type of Contract: Permanent



Benefits for vendors:
A career as Associate Director - Private Investments (Equity) within the Private Investments Group at ALM & Investment - Capital Markets of National Bank means that you will be actively participating in the investment process for private equity investment opportunities (which include deal analysis, investment due diligence, portfolio monitoring, and proactive research on market and asset class trends).

Your Job

Support the team in sourcing, screening and evaluating private equity investment opportunities Actively participate in evaluating and end-to-end underwriting of investment opportunities Conduct comprehensive due diligence and perform in-depth qualitative and quantitative analysis Contribute to the development of solid and detailed investment theses and make final recommendations to the relevant investment committees Coordinate and lead deal execution with all other professional services (Tax, Legal & Operations) Participate in portfolio management (contribute to performance evaluation and portfolio risk monitoring using various assessment techniques and benchmark portfolios) Participate and sit on investments' advisory committees Perform ad-hoc investment-related research and valuation as required Participate in the development and maintenance of quantitative models for valuation, portfolio monitoring, risk management, and business intelligence purposes

Your Team

You will be part of the ALM & Investment - Capital Markets team, which means working in a dynamic environment that allows you to excel while creating strong collaborative ties across all sectors of the National Bank and Capital Markets. You will report to the Managing Director, Private Investments.



The Private Investments Group manages (1) the proprietary investment portfolio of the bank, (2) the global private markets allocation of the Pension Fund and (3) the private capital fund selection for other related entities.



The Group focuses on sourcing, evaluating and investing in private equity, private credit & portfolio financing, opportunistic, distressed situations, as well as real estate and infrastructure investment opportunities.



This position is based in Montreal.

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's degree, with qualifications in finance, economics or accounting. A master's degree in finance and/or CFA or CBV qualification(s) will be considered an asset An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered At least 5 years of relevant full-time experience in private equity investment, financial markets (equity), asset management, and/or investment banking Experience in private equity, mergers & acquisitions (M&A), corporate development, asset allocation, equity research, private investment analysis, investment banking or capital markets (ECM) is a significant asset Experience in investing in external managers/funds would be valuable In-depth understanding of private and public credit market dynamics Strong quantitative financial modeling and accounting analytical skills Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint. Programming skills are considered an asset Ability to perform complex valuation, identify key drivers and risks Ability to work effectively under pressure with a high degree of autonomy

Your benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you'll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family.
Health and wellness program, including many options

Flexible group insurance

Generous pension plan

Employee Share Ownership Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Preferential banking services

Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives

Telemedicine service

Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.
Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We actively listen to employees' ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We're putting people first

We're a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.
We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?
Come live your ambitions with us!



Additional required languages: English, French



Skills: Analytics, Bilingual Communications, Diversity & Inclusion, Equity Research, Financial Markets, Financial Modeling, Investments, Market Analysis, Portfolio Management, Private Equity, Teamwork, Investment Analysis, Quantitative Analysis