Analyst/Associate, Private Equity – Direct Investments (Consumer and TMT), Early Talent Program
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About Us: With $313.7 billion of gross assets under management, as of March 31, 2026, British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is the provider of investment management services for British Columbia’s public sector and one of the largest asset managers in Canada. BCI seeks investment opportunities around the world and across a range of asset classes that convert savings into productive capital.
Our investment returns play a significant role in helping our institutional clients build a financially secure future for their beneficiaries. Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, and with teams spanning Vancouver, New York, London, and Mumbai. BCI integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into all investment decisions to meet clients' risk and return requirements.
Our people shape employee-focused initiatives, creating a strong culture. To learn more about our culture and values, visit our BCI Values in Action page. POSTING CLOSE DATE: October 2, 2026 BCI is searching for an Analyst or Associate for both the Consumer and TMT sector teams. Join our comprehensive two-year Private Equity Early Talent Program and unlock your potential as a driven and capable professional in the investment industry.
In this role, you will be involved in all aspects of the investment process, from sourcing and screening potential targets, to conducting due diligence and valuation, to closing transactions and monitoring portfolio companies. You will also have the chance to learn from some of the best professionals in the industry. Come join our team at our downtown Victoria office. BCI is working with an external recruitment firm.
Please do not submit your application directly to BCI. Applications submitted through this site will not be reviewed. To explore this opportunity, please contact Ashleigh Berger at ashleigh@collinsexecutivesearch.com Only qualified candidates who match the requirements will be contacted. THE OPPORTUNITY The Analyst/ Associate plays an integral role in evaluating and supporting primarily direct private equity investments and select fund commitments to strategic partners.
They have a key role in investment strategy development and work within deal teams to evaluate investment opportunities and present recommendations to the investment committee. This work includes rigorous analysis, sophisticated financial modeling, and collaboration with outside professionals such as strategic partners, investment bankers, consultants, and lawyers to prepare investment committee materials, conduct due diligence and support deal execution.
Following an investment, the Analyst/ Associate remains involved with portfolio companies by monitoring performance and supporting management or strategic partners on value-creation initiatives, such as follow-on M&A, financings and strategic initiatives. WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH The Private Equity department manages a diverse global portfolio of approximately $ 36 billion in global private equity investments comprising of fund, direct and co-investments.
Portfolio growth over the coming years will be driven by an increased emphasis on direct investment, strong partner relationships and actively creating value from the portfolio to deliver superior returns for our clients. Our department currently consists of ~ 65 professionals spanning offices located in Victoria, London and New York City, organized into six sub-teams: Direct Investments, Fund Investments, Venture & Growth, Portfolio Performance , Reporting & Analytics, and Operations.
Our Direct Investments team can be further broken down into six sector-focused teams that cover the Financial and Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare, Industrials, Technology, Media & Communications and Capital Solutions . WHAT YOU BRING An undergraduate degree with high academic standing 1 -5 years