Lead Private Equity Director

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada OMERS Full time
About OMERS

Founded in 1962, OMERS is a globally renowned defined benefit pension plan. With over C$128.6 billion in net assets, we have established ourselves as one of Canada's largest and most respected pension plans.

Our people-first culture is built on the principles of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to create an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Private Equity Director to join our team. This role will involve leading underwriting, monitoring, and management of private equity funds and co-investments. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in private equity, including sourcing, due diligence, execution, and monitoring of funds and co-investments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Private Equity fund underwritings directly, with responsibility for several key GP/sponsor relationships.
  • Participate in portfolio management and recommend strategies to enhance portfolio construction.
  • Lead in-depth market research and due diligence, including critical review, stress testing, and commenting on third-party private market strategies.
  • Lead on management and enhancement of relationships with key stakeholders, investment partners, advisors, and portfolio management teams.
  • Proactively participate in operational aspects of Private Capital, suggesting and implementing efficiencies or changes in process, procedures, or structure.
  • Assist the broader Private Capital team with developing fund monitoring reports and critically assessing documentation and other communications.
About You

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Extensive experience of private equity funds, including sourcing, due diligence, execution, and monitoring of funds and co-investments; or experience in private equity secondary investing.
  • Extensive knowledge of and relationships in the private equity community.
  • A thorough understanding of partnership agreements.
  • Highly competent at prioritization and management of multiple workstreams to deliver high-quality work under constrained timelines.
  • Excellent ability to influence and negotiate to fulfill investment objectives.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Excellent command of MS Office applications.
Compensation

The estimated salary range for this position is between $150,000 and $250,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.



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