Analyst, Real Assets Credit

Purpose. Performance. People.

Joining CPP Investments means joining one of the world’s most admired and respected institutional investors to drive a single mandate: to deliver strong, sustainable returns for generations of Canadians.

With a long-term horizon and global reach, we deploy capital at scale across public and private markets. Our size, stability, and disciplined investment philosophy allow us to pursue complex opportunities and build enduring partnerships worldwide.

For our people, this means meaningful work with tangible impact, real opportunity, and collaboration with exceptional colleagues who value partnership and performance. Here, you’ll contribute to outcomes that matter alongside team members committed to excellence and shared success.

Role Summary:

As an Analyst, you will be responsible for conducting fundamental investment research, assisting in building recommendations, implementing investments strategies, and monitoring and managing portfolio investments. You may also support the identification, scoping, and implementation of value creation opportunities by conducting research, analysis, and preparing presentations.

Accountabilities & Qualifications:

Real Assets Credit invests in public and private markets across the capital structure, focusing on complex transactions that require highly customized solutions. Target positions typically range from $100 million to $500 million, with flexible hold periods and maturities generally under 15 years. Based in London and Toronto, the Infrastructure Credit team invests across developed and emerging markets in transportation, regulated networks, digital infrastructure, and power and renewables.

Accountabilities

Compile industry, market, asset-level, and financial information to support investment research and idea generation

Conduct fundamental research and present findings and investment ideas to the broader team

Develop company financial models, perform valuation analyses, review debt structures and underwriting parameters, and test assumptions and sensitivities

Prepare investment reviews and recommendations, including industry analysis, sponsor evaluation, investment merits and risks, expected returns, relative value, structuring, legal documentation, and due diligence

Support ongoing and ad hoc investment performance reporting in collaboration with investment teams and internal partners

Monitor the financial and risk performance of portfolio assets and update financial models and analytical tools as investment views evolve

Support the transition of new assets into the CPP Investments portfolio by identifying benchmarks, building financial models, and providing project management support

What You Bring

An undergraduate degree or college diploma in a relevant field

Relevant work experience commensurate with an Analyst-level role

An advanced degree or professional designation, such as the CFA designation, is an asset

Strong research, analytical, financial modelling, valuation, and problem-solving skills

The ability to think creatively and contribute to well-supported investment decisions

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with strong written and verbal communication skills

Willingness to travel and collaborate with colleagues across international offices and time zones

You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance-driven environment.

We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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