Job Description

ABOUT US

We\xe2\x80\x99re one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$230.5 billion of net assets as at March 31, 2022.

We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montr\xc3\xa9al and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s top companies. At PSP, you\xe2\x80\x99ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

EXPERIENCE THE EDGE

At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We are committed to a culture that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an inclusive work environment where diversity is embraced.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Valuation Governance team\xe2\x80\x99s mandate is to hold organizational accountability over the private investments\' valuation process, playing a key role in the final valuation recommendation.

More specifically, the team reviews the valuations of all private investments (infrastructure, real estate, private equity, natural resources, private debt). The team is also responsible for maintaining \xe2\x80\x9cbest practices\xe2\x80\x9d and good governance in private asset valuations.

The Intern will assist in the review of valuations of private. He/she will participate in preparing the documentation that is needed to be submitted to the valuation committees. Overall, he/she will work with all private investment groups, the Investment Finance team and the Taxation group.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As an Intern, Valuation Governance, you\xe2\x80\x99ll:

Support members of the Valuation Governance team with the planning and execution of the quarterly valuation process

Participate in the development and/or validation of financial models related to investments and analyze the impact of different assumptions on the valuation

Update and analyze comparable company multiples and metrics

Participate in the analysis of industry trends and help monitor market events and analyze the impact that these events may have on investment valuations

Assist with the preparation of summary memorandum

Perform any other duties, as required.

WHAT YOU\xe2\x80\x99LL NEED

Enrolled in a Bachelor of Commerce, with a focus in Finance or Accounting

Pursuit of professional designations (CFA, CBV, CPA, CA), an asset

Superior level of proficiency with business software and analytical tools

Demonstrated initiative and curiosity to look beyond surface facts and conduct comprehensive, fact-based, value-added research

Attention to detail and rigorous approach to research, analysis and documentation

Ability to work collaboratively, cultivating meaningful relationships with colleagues

Must return to studies after the internship or the internship must be part of your curriculum

Proficiency in English and French (or willingness to learn) (frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in Hong Kong, London and New York, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)

At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

This position is located at our Montreal offices.

Length of internship: January \xe2\x80\x93 April 2024

To apply, please upload your resume, cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript

Deadline to apply: September 24, 2023

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