Analyst, Private Investments (Fiera Comox – Agriculture)
About the role
FIRM OVERVIEW
Fiera Comox was established in 2016 by Fiera Capital, a global asset management firm, and Comox Equity Partners, a corporation formed and owned by former executives and investment professionals of large Canadian pension investment managers. Fiera Comox sponsors four unique private investment strategies – Agriculture, Timberland, Private Equity, and Private Credit – and is supported by a team of highly qualified investment professionals with a diverse range of skillsets, who collectively have deployed billions in private transactions globally.
GLOBAL AGRICULTURE STRATEGY
The Global Agriculture strategy seeks to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing directly in businesses in the agriculture sector, located in the core developed agricultural regions of the world. Please refer to our website below for additional information: https://www.fieracomox.com/en/agriculture-fund/
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for hardworking, talented, entrepreneurial people to join our growing investment strategy as Analyst.
With a globally diversified portfolio of investments, and active investment pipeline, the Analyst role will have exposure to the full investment lifecycle. As an Analyst , you will be actively involved in the screening of new investment opportunities, due diligence, and support transaction execution. You will also heavily be involved in the day-to-day management of portfolio company assets and benefit from working directly alongside senior investment team members and portfolio company executives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of your responsibilities, you will be assigned the following duties:
- Perform preliminary analysis of investment opportunities
- Develop complex financial models and analyses for potential investments
- Prepare investment summaries, memorandums and presentations during the investment process
- Support due diligence of potential investments
- Monitor assigned investments by performing financial analysis, engaging in strategic discussions and observing Board meetings
- Participate in presentations to various committees and Board of Directors
EDUCATION/ACCREDITATION
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, or other related programs
- Graduate degree an asset
- CFA, CPA or CAIA an asset
EXPERIENCE AND SPECIFIC SKILLS
- 0-2 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, or with a natural resources company
- Financial modeling and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong acumen for business
- Team player
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Willingness to learn and flexibility to take on a wide range of roles
- Experience in agriculture or other natural resources is an asset
SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
- Ability to travel (domestic and international)
All people interested in this position may send their resume to agriculturefund@fieracomox.com.
We will begin interviewing candidates as applications are received. Early submission is encouraged.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
We thank you for your interest in our firm!
About Fiera Comox Partners
Fiera Comox Partners is a global investment manager that manages private investment strategies in Private Equity, Agriculture and Private Credit. As of June 30th, 2023, Fiera Comox had $3.62 billion in AUM.
Established in 2016, Fiera Comox is jointly owned by Fiera Capital Corporation and the employees of Fiera Comox. The firm aims to deliver attractive long-term returns to its investors while preserving capital and investing responsibly.
Analyst, Private Investments (Fiera Comox – Agriculture)
About the role
FIRM OVERVIEW
Fiera Comox was established in 2016 by Fiera Capital, a global asset management firm, and Comox Equity Partners, a corporation formed and owned by former executives and investment professionals of large Canadian pension investment managers. Fiera Comox sponsors four unique private investment strategies – Agriculture, Timberland, Private Equity, and Private Credit – and is supported by a team of highly qualified investment professionals with a diverse range of skillsets, who collectively have deployed billions in private transactions globally.
GLOBAL AGRICULTURE STRATEGY
The Global Agriculture strategy seeks to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns by investing directly in businesses in the agriculture sector, located in the core developed agricultural regions of the world. Please refer to our website below for additional information: https://www.fieracomox.com/en/agriculture-fund/
POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for hardworking, talented, entrepreneurial people to join our growing investment strategy as Analyst.
With a globally diversified portfolio of investments, and active investment pipeline, the Analyst role will have exposure to the full investment lifecycle. As an Analyst , you will be actively involved in the screening of new investment opportunities, due diligence, and support transaction execution. You will also heavily be involved in the day-to-day management of portfolio company assets and benefit from working directly alongside senior investment team members and portfolio company executives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As part of your responsibilities, you will be assigned the following duties:
- Perform preliminary analysis of investment opportunities
- Develop complex financial models and analyses for potential investments
- Prepare investment summaries, memorandums and presentations during the investment process
- Support due diligence of potential investments
- Monitor assigned investments by performing financial analysis, engaging in strategic discussions and observing Board meetings
- Participate in presentations to various committees and Board of Directors
EDUCATION/ACCREDITATION
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, or other related programs
- Graduate degree an asset
- CFA, CPA or CAIA an asset
EXPERIENCE AND SPECIFIC SKILLS
- 0-2 years of experience in private equity, investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, or with a natural resources company
- Financial modeling and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong acumen for business
- Team player
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Willingness to learn and flexibility to take on a wide range of roles
- Experience in agriculture or other natural resources is an asset
SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
- Ability to travel (domestic and international)
All people interested in this position may send their resume to agriculturefund@fieracomox.com.
We will begin interviewing candidates as applications are received. Early submission is encouraged.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
We thank you for your interest in our firm!
About Fiera Comox Partners
Fiera Comox Partners is a global investment manager that manages private investment strategies in Private Equity, Agriculture and Private Credit. As of June 30th, 2023, Fiera Comox had $3.62 billion in AUM.
Established in 2016, Fiera Comox is jointly owned by Fiera Capital Corporation and the employees of Fiera Comox. The firm aims to deliver attractive long-term returns to its investors while preserving capital and investing responsibly.