THE OPPORTUNITY

BCI (British Columbia Investment Management Corporation) is a leading investment manager focused on managing investments for our clients, which include public sector pension plans, public trusts, and insurance funds. Reporting to our Chief of Finance, Private Equity, we are seeking an experienced Senior Principal, Private Equity Finance to join our private equity team and contribute to the continued growth and success of our private equity program. As a key member of our team, you will play an integral role in driving investment decision-making and value creation, providing valuable insights on our private equity portfolio companies and funds. This involves ensuring that timely analysis and reporting is available to support and challenge investment decisions and having a deep understanding of where value can be derived from the portfolio. You will also be involved in the team’s oversight of portfolio valuations, risk and liquidity management, budget and forecasting, procurement, AI, data and technology.

• Analyze sources of return within the portfolio, identifying key drivers of value and areas for return enhancement and risk mitigation.
• Monitor portfolio and fund performance against relevant benchmarks, highlighting areas of outperformance and underperformance, and recommending actions to enhance returns.
• Through advanced analytics and a deep understanding of the portfolio, provide real-time insights into assets that may be appropriate to sell and where to access liquidity.
• Monitor and analyze portfolio company performance, including financial and operational metrics, and develop actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Report on program strategy and performance to BCI Board and clients, and internal and external investment committees.
• Conduct regular valuations of portfolio companies and private equity funds, using various valuation methodologies to assess and report on portfolio performance.
• Monitor the implementation and success of value creation plans for portfolio companies, working closely with the value creation and deal teams to ensure alignment and progress.
• Stay abreast of broader private equity trends, including market dynamics, competitor analysis, and industry developments, and apply these insights to inform our investment decision-making process.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including deal teams and investor relations, to provide accurate and timely reporting on portfolio performance.
• Support the due diligence process for potential new investments and exits, providing insightful analysis and recommendations.
• Support the budget, forecasting and fee processes, with robust monitoring and analysis, to ensure an optimal and value-maximizing cost structure.
• Help drive continuous improvement in our portfolio monitoring and analytics processes, leveraging technology, AI and best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.