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ABOUT USWe\xe2\x80\x99re one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$243.7 billion of net assets as of March 31, 2023.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.In Budget 2023, the Government of Canada announced that PSP Investments would act as the independent and exclusive investment manager for the Canada Growth Fund (CGF) a $15 billion investment vehicle that was established to support the growth of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s clean economy. As the investment manager of CGF, PSP Investments will provide the full suite of investment management services to CGF, covering the entire investment and asset management lifecycle.EXPERIENCE THE EDGEAt 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 where diversity is embraced.Our Canada Growth Fund Investment Management team is currently seeking a Director, Clean Tech Investments \xe2\x80\x93 Canada Growth Fund Investment Management, to work out of our Montreal office.ABOUT THE TEAMThe Canada Growth Fund Investment Management (CGFIM) Team is a new team created within PSP to manage the $15bn Canada Growth Fund. CGF\xe2\x80\x99s mandate is to catalyze substantial private sector investment in Canadian low-carbon projects, technologies, businesses, and supply chains by deploying innovative funding structures that help mitigate certain risks and uncertainties inherent to investing in the low-carbon economy. CGF will be investing in Canadian projects and companies across themes such as carbon capture, hydrogen, renewable natural gas, clean technology, and critical minerals.ABOUT YOUR ROLEAs a Senior Director, Cleantech Investments \xe2\x80\x93 Canada Growth Fund Investment Management, you will:Be actively participating in the energy transition in Canada, deploying and managing CGF\xe2\x80\x99s capital, shaping strategy and leading investments into cleantech.This includes:Leading the execution and management of investmentsHelping design and refine CGF\xe2\x80\x99strategy for cleantech, considering market trends, technological advancements, and regulatory landscape.Sourcing and originating deal flow by interacting with external partners.Monitoring investments, executing value creation plans and assisting in the disposition of portfolio investments as required (may involve taking board seats)Building and managing relationships with key internal (risk, tax, legal, HR) and external stakeholdersActing as direct HR manager for certain junior team membersActively contributing to team management and development of all team membersWHAT YOU\xe2\x80\x99LL NEEDBeing a well-rounded investor, with a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience within conventional energy, renewable energy, cleantech investing and/or investment banking/corporate finance/transaction servicesExperience investing in growth-stage companies (companies starting to commercial products)Experience as a financial investor participating in companies with diverse shareholders and stakeholders.Experience managing deal teams.Execution skills across business development, investment analysis, structuring and negotiating complex transactions, and due diligence (commercial, financial, strategic, operational, legal)Intellectually curiosity and strong analytical skillsTrack record of influencing and engaging with boards and senior management teamsHighly collegial and collaborative personality and comfortable with shared decision-making processesExperience in impact investing would be an asset.Strong written and verbal and interpersonal communication skillsRelevant educationGood communications skills in English and French (or willingness to learn)
(Regular interactions in English with investment partners based outside of Quebec Example: peers, bankers, brokerage firms, etc. and PSP employees in our offices in Hong Kong, London and New York, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:Investment in career developmentComprehensive group insurance plansUnlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programsCompetitive pension plansVacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons offInclusive paid parental leave policy: up to 26 weeks for primary caregivers, 5 weeks for secondary caregiversA hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days*Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.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.Visit us onFollow us on#LI-AB2

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