Principal, Alternative Investments

1 month ago


Toronto, Canada OMERS Full time

Why join us?

Are you looking to join a dynamic pension plan that embodies the strong values of its 500,000 members and is an industry leading global investor? If so, we would love to tell you our story.
 
At OMERS we put our people first and are proud to embrace the diversity of thought and leadership that comes from having locations in Toronto, London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. Our culture is truly one of a kind. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live with an ever-constant eye to the global investment markets.

Credit is a key pillar of OMERS investment strategy, providing a solid and reliable income stream to overall returns. The Global Credit team brings together a team of credit investment specialists across industry sectors, geographies, and parts of the capital structure, with the goal of selecting strong risk-return investment opportunities across public and private credit markets.

As a member of the Global Credit team in Toronto or New York , this role is focused on leading investments within the Alternative Investments, Private Credit portfolio at OMERS, which includes direct lending partnerships, leveraged loans, co-investments and private credit fund investments. You will report to the Head of Alternative Investments. Our investment philosophy is centered on building a high-quality portfolio of sub-investment grade corporate private credit. Your primary duties will include analyzing, recommending, monitoring prospective and existing corporate credit positions and supporting portfolio-level decisions for the team. You will develop relationships with existing and prospective external partnerships, and mentor and train junior colleagues on the Alternative Investments team.

You will consistently demonstrate investment excellence, including sound judgment and timely, well-reasoned decision-making skills. You will help foster an engaged and collaborative team culture that is focused on investment results, innovation, mutual respect and diverse thinking.

As a Principal, Alternative Investments, Private Credit you will be responsible for:

Assessing several private credit investment opportunities within North America and globally, with the objective of producing solid investment recommendations and returns

Lead junior colleagues in producing comprehensive credit analysis and financial modeling to produce investment analysis that can be executed upon

Provide input and ideas related to portfolio construction and management, including performance measurement and attribution

Conduct research and analyze a variety of external managers with an emphasis on credit strategies

Research the potential for alternative strategies in the management of portfolios 


To succeed in this role, you bring the following:

Undergraduate degree in Business, Economics or Math or an MBA

5+ years of experience in direct credit investing, investment banking, or private equity 

Knowledge and experience with strategies involving direct lending / private credit, leveraged loans, and other strategic credit related investments and funds 

Experience in management of external funds would be considered an asset

Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Bloomberg 

Demonstrated experience in delivering cross-departmental projects/solutions working with multiple stakeholders and partners

Self-starter who works both independently and with a team, while fostering a collegial and creative team culture

Ability to conduct research, draw insights and convey complex ideas clearly and concisely 

Strong analytical skills with experience and financial modeling

Our story:

Founded in 1962, OMERS is one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, with $128.6 CAD billion in net assets as of December 31, 2023. 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.



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