Director, Private Equity Jobs

OMERS had private equity net investment asset exposure of C$14.8 billion as at December 31, 2020. OMERS Private Equity, the private equity investment arm of OMERS with a team of investment professionals in London, New York, Singapore and Toronto, seeks to use its significant and differentiated capital base to partner with management teams of industry leading businesses. For more information, please visit www.omersprivateequity.com.

Our dynamic investment team draws from backgrounds in private equity, investment banking and consulting. With an excellent investment track record and years of private equity experience, we work in partnership with our companies to build long-term value. OPE prides itself on its culture and we strive to identify candidates who are well suited to our unique, team-based environment.

SCOPE OF POSITION

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director, Private Equity will have responsibility for origination, execution and management of investments.

Responsibilities

• Oversees quarterly and annual reporting and valuation process related to the portfolio companies
• Responsible for the asset management of portfolio companies by working closely with management teams and the board to execute value creation initiatives
• Sourcing new investment opportunities and presenting merits to the Investment Committee
• Manage the diligence process for new investments, including coordinating with various advisors/consultants, reviewing financial analysis and overseeing junior team members
• Support capital structure management, including debt refinancing, tax planning and capital budgeting

Qualifications

• Commitment to stay current on a variety of topics related to the investment themes being explored
• Driven to achieving results and continuously striving to deliver the highest performance through creative thinking
• 10+ years of relevant experience in direct buyout private equity, including prior experience in investment banking or principal investing or consulting. Healthcare experience is an asset.
• Embrace collaborative sharing of knowledge within a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and both written & verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and timelines
• Be intellectually curious and have a long investment horizon
• Demonstrate attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Our story

Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $124 billion in net assets as at December 31, 2022. 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.