We are seeking to add talent to our growing investments team in Toronto. The role of Private Equity Associate Intern is to support the investment process. As an Associate Intern, you will be part of a team of seasoned investment professionals that sources and diligences investment opportunities and executes the investment plan.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform research, evaluation and analysis of industry sectors, public securities, and private companies.
• Conduct valuation analysis for new and existing investment opportunities to assist with the investment decision-making process.
• Prepare financial models, industry overviews, expected return scenarios, and present findings to senior personnel.
• Perform due diligence tasks, including assessing industry structure, company past performance, quality of the management team, and evaluation of the expected investment merits and risks.
• Participate in the ongoing monitoring of both the financial and operational aspects of portfolio investments; including preparation of monthly financial performance and trading valuation analysis for public sector comparable companies.
• Apply best practices to improve information gathering and knowledge management, including CRM.
• Prepare and undertake additional projects as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two to five years of relevant experience (in either or both operating and advisory capacities) in one or more of the following areas:

  • strategy consulting;
  • investment banking; and
  • highly relevant corporate development or entrepreneurial roles;

• Superior analytical skills with the ability to prepare in-depth financial and risk analysis; Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to influence and engage senior leadership.

• Currently enrolled in an MBA/Post graduate education from top tier institution. Professional designation (CFA, CA, CPA) an asset. Proficiency with Excel modelling.

• Ethics and personal integrity.

• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial and hands-on investor who understands ground reality and has a “roll-up the sleeves” approach. Resourceful and flexible. Able to manage multiple priorities at the same time.

• Intellectually curious, creative thinker, and comfortable with ambiguity.

• Demonstrated team player with a collaborative and low-ego working style which will assimilate easily into the Clairvest culture.

• Pleasant and engaging personality that commands attention and respect, combined with the ability to communicate complex ideas concisely and clearly.

• Tenacity and commitment in the face of protracted efforts

APPLICATION:

• Please include a resume with GMAT and a copy of your recent transcript
• No Cover letter required.

Please note, our team works in person in the office at Yonge and St. Clair.