Purpose. Performance. People. Joining CPP Investments means joining one of the world’s most admired and respected institutional investors to drive a single mandate: to deliver strong, sustainable returns for generations of Canadians. With a long-term horizon and global reach, we deploy capital at scale across public and private markets. Our size, stability, and disciplined investment philosophy allow us to pursue complex opportunities and build enduring partnerships worldwide. For our people, this means meaningful work with tangible impact, real opportunity, and collaboration with exceptional colleagues who value partnership and performance. Here, you’ll contribute to outcomes that matter alongside team members committed to excellence and shared success. Role Summary: As a Senior Associate, you will play a key role in making and managing investments. You will independently lead workstreams including fundamental investment research, identifying value creation opportunities, developing recommendations, executing transactions, and monitoring and managing portfolio investments. You will have responsibility for managing relationships with internal and external Investments partners. Accountabilities &
Qualifications
Accountabilities Play an important role in the research, analysis and evaluation of a variety of investment opportunities including managing the overall evaluation process Participate in meetings with company management teams, industry experts and analysts Build working relationships with colleagues and leaders across the firm, alongside company management teams and investment partners Perform due diligence on opportunities including past and projected financial performance, quality of management teams, investment merits and risks, regulatory environment, industry dynamics and other relevant factors Lead development of sophisticated dynamic financial models to analyze investment opportunities (including testing assumptions and sensitivities) Oversee preparation of analytical investment reviews and recommendations, including industry overviews, written investment rationales and due diligence reviews Assist in presenting investment recommendations to the Investment Committee and Board, as required Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of existing portfolios Update financial models and other analytical tools to support the idea generation process and rational behind changes in investment view Manage and guide the work of junior team members and assist departmental initiatives, processes and meetings
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree or college diploma in relevant field An advanced degree or certification (CFA) is an asset 5-7 years of relevant work experience Strong research, analytical, financial modeling, valuation, problem solving skills and ability to think creatively
Experience
working in deal environments including participation in the diligence and structuring processes related to acquisitions, financing transactions or investments, and/or asset management activities.
Experience
managing successful negotiations with multiple stakeholders and executing a wide range of agreements Advanced computer/technical skills – MS Excel, MS PowerPoint Solid verbal and written communication skills You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact. Inclusion & Accessibility CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Attention: Protect Yourself from Fraud CPP Investments is committed to a secure and transparent recruitment process. We will never ask candidates for payment or financial information at any stage of hiring. All legitimate opportunities are posted on our careers page, and communications will come from our applicant tracking system, Workday. CPP Investments may use AI tools to help screen and assess applicants by analyzing resumes and applications for relevant skills and experience. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. #LI-ONSITE
About Us
Why Work With Us For 25 years, we’ve proudly invested the Canada Pension Plan Fund, helping to secure retirement for more than 22 million Canadians. We invest for the long term — and that includes our people. Here, you’ll work alongside high-calibre colleagues on meaningful challenges that have real-world impact. Our purpose drives us, our performance sets us apart, and our people make it possible. Our Guiding Principles Our guiding principles shape our culture. They define how we work and represent the values that guide our behaviours. They are Integrity, Partnership and High Performance. Our Impact We invest globally across public and private markets, managing capital on behalf of millions of contributors and beneficiaries. We focus on long-term value creation and responsible investing, with offices in major financial centres around the world. What You Can Expect Meaningful work with measurable impact Exposure to complex, global challenges Opportunities for learning and growth Competitive total rewards and benefits Comprehensive wellness programs Inclusive and respectful of diverse perspectives Stay Connected Follow us on LinkedIn Sign Up for Job Alerts Learn More About CPP Investments