Associate Director, Infrastructure Debt - SLC Management

SLC Management is a growing global asset management firm providing innovative and diversified investment solutions to institutional investors. We are breaking new ground with a full spectrum of solutions for a growing institutional client base of more than 1300 organizations. Our history of organic and strategic growth reflects this commitment with over CA$374/US$283 billion in assets under management (AUM). As a subsidiary of Sun Life, we are aligned with one of the world’s leading financial services companies, and benefit from the stability and strength of that relationship. 

We are a performance-driven organization with a deliberate focus on fostering a development-focused, inclusive culture revolving around our Core Values of being client obsessed, valuing each other, acting with speed and having an owner’s mindset.  As part of our team, you play a role in fulfilling our purpose and making a difference. We offer a rewarding work environment that is filled with opportunity for growth where you will be empowered to meet the challenges of a highly competitive landscape.

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SLC Management offers a mix of in-office and virtual work where our employees are empowered to do their best. Generally, employees are expected to work three or more days in-office each week with flexibility depending on their business, client and team needs.

What Is in It for You:

• As an Associate Director, Infrastructure Debt you will be responsible for all aspects of underwriting new private debt transactions (including financial and investment analysis; seeking internal approvals; reviewing and negotiating legal documentation, etc.) and the portfolio management of existing private infrastructure debt investments. The Infrastructure Debt team finances major global infrastructure assets, including assets across the following key sectors: energy; energy infrastructure; social infrastructure; transportation; and digital.

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

• Detailed knowledge of fundamental principles of debt and equity markets and instruments

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail

• Understanding of legal documentation

• Comprehensive skills in interpreting and analyzing financial statements

• Strong organizational abilities and ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and meet strict deadlines  

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and eager to take on responsibility

• Collaborative and collegial attitude

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or Mathematics

• MBA and/or CFA (or progress towards) considered an asset

• Project finance or investment background gained in a transaction, analytical or credit role

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Contribute to new business volume objectives by assisting with the sourcing, analyzing and structuring of investment opportunities that demonstrate an acceptable risk/return and sustainability characteristics

• Evaluate potential investments for portfolio suitability by conducting company and industry research, comparable analysis and due diligence

• Negotiate terms and structure of investments with borrowers and legal counsel to mitigate risks and enhance returns

• Integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into investment analysis

• Prepare detailed, and well-written investment recommendations

• Complete assigned portfolio management responsibilities including consents, investment monitoring reports, quarterly investment monitoring requirements and regular review of credit ratings

• Maintain in-depth understanding of current market trends and activities

• Develop expertise, track, and become the go-to person for specific infrastructure sectors

• Maintain accurate transaction records to track deal flow and progression through the transaction lifecycle

Why SLC Management?

• Opportunity to work for a growing global institutional asset manager
• Excellent benefits and wellness programs to support the three pillars of your well-being – mental, physical and financial – including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading maternity, parental and adoption leave top up program, a partially-paid sabbatical program and much more
• Pension, stock and savings programs with an employer-paid match to help build and enhance your future financial security
• A flexible work environment with a friendly, caring, collaborative and inclusive culture focused on career growth development #WeWinAsATeam
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential
• Award winning workplace culture - Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S., “Best Places to Work” by Glassdoor, Award for Excellence for Mental Health at Work, “Best Places to Work in Money Management” by Pension & Investments

SLC Management is a regulated business, and this means that there are certain financial reporting and trading preclearance requirements for all employees. Successful candidates will be required to declare personal investment accounts and securities investments as well as seek preclearance on future transactions including those of household members.

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Salary Range

84,000/84 000 - 131,500/131 500

The Base Pay range is for the primary location of the job.  It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors.  In addition to Base Pay, eligible employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.  Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a diverse workforce offering wide perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients, teams and the communities where we operate. Research shows that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply only if they meet 100% of the criteria. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds even if they don’t meet every criteria in the job description.

We will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.