Analyst, Private Infrastructure Investments- CBRE Investment Management

Job ID

207614

Posted

18-Mar-2025

Service line

REI Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Investment Management

Location(s)

Toronto - Ontario - Canada

CBRE Investment Management is a leading global real assets investment management firm with $148.3 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2024, operating in more than 30 offices and 20 countries around the world. Through its investor-operator culture, the firm seeks to deliver sustainable investment solutions across real assets categories, geographies, risk profiles and execution formats so that its clients, people and communities thrive.

CBRE Investment Management is an independently operated affiliate of CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2023 revenue). The company has more than 130,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE Investment Management harnesses CBRE’s data and market insights, investment sourcing and other resources for the benefit of its clients. For more information, please visit www.cbreim.com.

This position will be working in our Toronto office within the Private Infrastructure business of CBRE Investment Management. The Private Infrastructure team creates long-term value for its fund and separate account clients by sourcing, acquiring and managing high-quality investments and building comprehensive infrastructure portfolios. Today the dedicated team of over 70 professionals in Toronto, London, and Sydney invest approximately US$9.8 billion on behalf of institutional investors globally.

About the Role

As a member of the Investment Team, the Analyst, Private Infrastructure will play a key role investing in global infrastructure assets on behalf of our flagship fund and separately managed accounts. The Analyst, Private Infrastructure will have the opportunity to work across our direct and indirect businesses and gain exposure to direct transactions, co-investments, primary fund commitments and secondary opportunities. Working closely with senior investment professionals, Analysts play an important role in sourcing, diligencing, closing and managing global infrastructure investments.

What you’ll do

–Assist in the preparation of detailed investment recommendations outlining key elements of the investment thesis, including an assessment of the relevant merits and risks of each investment, supported by in-depth research and analysis of market and industry trends, track record evaluation, competitor analysis and other factors in support of the investment thesis

–Assist in all aspects of the investment process including sourcing, due diligence, structuring, negotiations, and closing of both direct and indirect investments.

–Conduct market and industry research, perform valuation and track record analysis and create detailed financial models

–Participate in various facets of portfolio management including portfolio construction, investment pacing, allocation analysis, performance analytics and investment monitoring

–Participate in all facets of asset management, including establishing and reviewing company strategy, reviewing management reporting, attending management and board meetings, recruiting new management team members, and assisting with follow-on investment opportunities.

–Assist in the development of private markets investment strategies, including preparing strategy materials for senior management and investment committees, and as required, play a supporting role in various business development initiatives for the firm

–Conduct research for ad hoc projects, including changes in industry trends

–Meet with and assess fund managers and management teams, assist in the implementation and maintenance of new investment management systems, manage the pipeline of investment opportunities and create reports to guide discussions at weekly team meetings

What you’ll need

–Up to 1.5 years of relevant front office investment experience in investment banking, infrastructure investing or private markets required; those with advisory experience in a consulting firm will be considered; recent grads need to have the same type of investment experience during summer internships or co-op terms

–Recent completion of a university degree in Commerce, Finance or Business Administration with excellent academic record

–Exceptional written and oral communication skills, intellectual agility, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

–Well-developed qualitative and quantitative analytical skills; demonstrated strong financial modelling, valuation, and due diligence capabilities

–Highly proficient in Excel with advanced abilities in Word and PowerPoint applications

–Completion of, or enrolment in, a professional designation (e.g. CFA, CPA) and/or MBA and/or fluency in multiple languages are each considered an asset.

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CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)