Principal, Private Capital

Our Company

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board (Ontario Teachers') is the administrator of Canada's largest single-profession pension plan, with CAD 242.5 billion in net assets as of June 30, 2022. We hold a diverse global portfolio of assets, approximately 80% of which is managed in-house. The defined-benefit plan, which is fully funded as of January 1, 2021, invests and administers the pensions of the province of Ontario's 333,000 active and retired teachers. Ontario Teachers' is an independent organization headquartered in Toronto and our other investment offices are based in London, Hong Kong, Singapore, and India. We employ more than 1,500 employees globally.
The opportunity

Based in Mumbai, you will be an integral part of the founding Private Capital team in India with a focus on direct investments. Ontario Teachers’ has one of the largest and most sophisticated pools of private equity capital in the world with CAD 57 billion in AUM and 500+ investments since 1991.

You will play a key role in evaluating potential investment opportunities, executing transactions and handling existing portfolio investments. The Principal will help execute the investment strategy and contribute to a diverse team culture where multiple investment groups collaborate to effectively cover the market.
Who You'll Work With

In your new role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a team of professionals including other members of Ontario Teachers’ in Singapore, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Toronto & London and outside professionals such as management teams of our assets, investment bankers, consultants, board directors and lawyers. It will also be encouraged that you build and manage relationships with fund partners.
What You'll Do
Transaction Execution: When evaluating new investments, you work as a member of a small team determining whether the company represents an attractive investment opportunity. You will be leading a team of associates and driving the analysis of investments including conducting industry and company research, handling third-party advisors, crafting sophisticated financial models, arranging debt financing, reviewing legal documents, reviewing and analyzing due diligence materials, and preparing internal support materials and written recommendations to Private Capital’s Investment Committee.
Portfolio Management: Once a transaction has been completed, you will remain involved with the business, potentially attending board meetings as an observer, and will work with the management team and the board of directors to implement value-enhancing initiatives. You will work directly with management on various initiatives as required, including mergers and acquisitions, debt re-financings, budgeting and other strategic projects. Additionally, you will continue to monitor ongoing financial performance, review valuations and evaluate potential exit alternatives.
Investment Origination: You will also play an active role in assisting in and identifying target investment sectors, developing investment theses and generating proprietary deal flow in specific sectors across our core regions. Activities will include conducting desk research, working with bankers and consultants, and attending conferences.

As part of the Private Capital team in Mumbai, you will play an integral role supporting the execution of the investment strategy. Private Capital has a broad geographic directive that includes both developed and developing private equity markets.

You will be an integral member of the Mumbai team, helping to develop and support the growth of the office. In addition, you will have the opportunity to partner with the broader Equities’ team on certain transactions and initiatives and support the continued growth of OTPP’s business in Asia on strategic projects and talent development.
What You’ll Need

• Minimum a Bachelor’s and Post Graduate degree from a top tier university (We will also consider graduates from top universities with strong work experience)


• 6 to 8 years of relevant experience in private equity, investment banking, or consulting, with at least 2 years of private equity buyout experience at a leading firm


• Strong accounting, valuation, research and financial modeling skills. Excellent analytical and quantitative skills as well as the ability to perform in-depth, innovative, critical analysis


• Experience in leading areas of the investment process, including conducting due diligence, supporting deal sourcing activities, and working with company management on value creation initiatives. The experience with raising debt financing is a plus


• A proven understanding of fundamental investment analysis


• Able to develop a sound knowledge of the economic/characteristics, conditions and trends of a broad range of geographies, industries, and of their investment characteristics


• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (both oral and written), with proven ability to articulate sophisticated ideas, issues and recommendations effectively


• Strong team player and willingness to mentor junior colleagues. A high degree of maturity and initiative, with the ability to work effectively whilst balancing multiple priorities within a small entrepreneurial team


• Possesses unquestioned personal and professional integrity


• Native proficiency in English

What We're Offering

• Pay for performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentives


• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development



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Get Hired
• Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage


• A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working


• Competitive time off


• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year


• Degreed: a digital platform that helps you quickly and easily discover, share, and track various learning resources — from courses to videos to articles and more

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.
How To Apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

We thank you for applying, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. Note that candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

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Functional Areas

Investments
Requisition ID

4880