Associate (Infrastructure Debt)

Closing date: June 22, 2025
- Join a globally recognized investment team—ranked as the ninth-largest institutional infrastructure investor in the world—where your work supports the long-term financial security of British Columbia’s public sector beneficiaries. This Victoria, BC based role offers the opportunity to contribute to BCI’s Infrastructure & Renewable Resources team, known for its disciplined, long-term investment approach.
- We’re looking for a purpose-driven professional with a strong foundation in private markets and corporate finance, who values collaboration, clear thinking, and continuous learning in a high-performing environment.
- THE DEPARTMENT
- On behalf of BCI’s clients, the Infrastructure & Renewable Resources (I&RR) team invests globally in infrastructure assets and businesses that provide stable long-term investment returns. BCI’s I&RR portfolio has $28+ billion in AUM and ranks as the ninth largest institutional infrastructure investor globally. The portfolio spans a range of sectors, including energy, transport, utilities, and data infrastructure, as well as tangible assets such as timberland and agriculture.

I&RR seeks meaningful investments predominantly in private companies that allow us to pursue an active governance approach. The team invests in various capacities in private markets, including as a sole sponsor, co-sponsor, and very selectively through externally managed funds. In addition, I&RR takes positions in listed infrastructure businesses and debt investments as a complementary strategy to private market investments.

In 2023, the I&RR team established their first international presence with the inauguration of their London, UK office. This strategic presence enhances the team's ability to originate and manage investments across the U.K. and Europe, reinforcing BCI's commitment to global diversification and long-term value creation.
- WHAT YOU WILL DO
- As a member of the I&RR investment team, the Associate will help evaluate new investment opportunities, assist with transaction execution, and support the monitoring of the existing portfolio with a focus on private debt. This includes contributing to due diligence, financial analysis, and research, as well as helping manage investment processes and supporting the negotiation of structured transactions.
- WHAT YOU BRING- A relevant undergraduate or graduate degree, preferably with a focus on finance or investment analysis; an MBA is considered an asset- 2-5 years of experience in private debt, investment management (institutional experience preferred), private equity, investment banking, management consulting, financial advisory, rating agencies, or a related field- Strong understanding of credit investing and corporate finance principles- Advanced financial modeling, research, analytical, and valuation skills- Proven problem-solving and critical thinking abilities- Effective presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal- Excellent business writing capabilities with attention to detail- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment

Preferred- Experience in leveraged finance, middle-market lending, and/or high-yield debt- Direct experience in debt investments, with a focus on infrastructure-related transactions- Familiarity with debt documentation and the transaction closing process- Completion of, or active progress toward, a relevant professional designation (e.g., CFA, MBA)- International education and/or professional experience- Prior investment experience involving cross-border transactions
- WHERE YOU WILL WORK
- Work from our downtown Victoria office.
- SALARY RANGE
- BCI offers a competitive total rewards package which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan and paid time off.
- The annualized base salary range for this Victoria-based role is CAD $109,000 to $135,000.
- We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we compete for talent and with consideration to internal equity and job structure. We aim for actual pay to be around the median of the market for target or expected levels of performance, and around the upper quartile of the market for excellent performance.
- Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience and expertise.
- WHY APPLY TO JOIN BCI
- With our values as our anchor, it’s our people that help shape employee-focused initiatives and who create the environment we work in each day - all of which further strengthens our culture. BCI has been recognized as one of- Canada’s Top 100 Employers
- for the sixth consecutive year - and has built programs and benefits to support all our employees, including;- Extended health and dental coverage, start on your first day of work. We have you covered- Our telehealth p