Private Equity - Associate - 2026
About the role
We are seeking to add talent to our growing investments team in Toronto. The role of Private Equity Associate is to support the investment process. As an Associate, you will be part of a team of seasoned investment professionals that sources and diligences investment opportunities and executes the investment plan.
Responsibilities
Perform research, evaluation and analysis of industry sectors, public securities, and private companies. Conduct valuation analysis for new and existing investment opportunities to assist with the investment decision-making process. Prepare financial models, industry overviews, expected return scenarios, and present findings to senior personnel. Perform due diligence tasks, including assessing industry structure, company past performance, quality of the management team, and evaluation of the expected investment merits and risks. Participate in the ongoing monitoring of both the financial and operational aspects of portfolio investments; including preparation of monthly financial performance and trading valuation analysis for public sector comparable companies. Apply best practices to improve information gathering and knowledge management, including CRM. Prepare and undertake additional projects as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant experience, bonus if experiences in investment banking at a top tier platform. Undergraduate degree required with strong academic standing. Additional qualifications are an asset, including CFA (or enrollment in program) and/or CA Strong understanding of applied investment and valuation analysis Investment mindset, self-starter, team-oriented, detail-oriented, and proven ability to perform in high-expectation environment Ability to make sense of incomplete, ambiguous, or confliction information to develop a point of view on required analyses Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Please note, our team works in person in the office at Yonge and St. Clair
About Clairvest Group Inc.
Clairvest, a leader in the Canadian private equity industry for more than 35 years, has approximately $4.3 billion of capital under management. Clairvest partners with management to invest in profitable small and mid-sized North American companies, across a wide variety of industries. In addition to providing financing, Clairvest contributes strategic expertise and execution ability to support the growth and development of its investee partners. Clairvest realizes value through investment returns and the eventual disposition of its investments.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
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Alignment of Interest: We invest our own money along with our investment partners; at least 25% of each fund. We approach each investment as owners and shareholders.
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Ownership Flexibility We back owner operators with a proven track record of success. We are comfortable owning between 20% and 80% of the equity, as long as management continues to have significant ownership share in the company.
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True Value Creation Rather then rely on leverage or public market exits to drive our returns, we focus on EBITDA growth and building assets of strategic significance to larger national players.
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We provide capital to facilitate growth. Our capital can be used to fund acquisitions, pursue growth CAPEX and/or provide liquidity to existing shareholders.
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Deal Size We look to make investments of $20 to $100 million in companies with EBITDA greater than $5 million.
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Private Equity - Associate - 2026
About the role
We are seeking to add talent to our growing investments team in Toronto. The role of Private Equity Associate is to support the investment process. As an Associate, you will be part of a team of seasoned investment professionals that sources and diligences investment opportunities and executes the investment plan.
Responsibilities
Perform research, evaluation and analysis of industry sectors, public securities, and private companies. Conduct valuation analysis for new and existing investment opportunities to assist with the investment decision-making process. Prepare financial models, industry overviews, expected return scenarios, and present findings to senior personnel. Perform due diligence tasks, including assessing industry structure, company past performance, quality of the management team, and evaluation of the expected investment merits and risks. Participate in the ongoing monitoring of both the financial and operational aspects of portfolio investments; including preparation of monthly financial performance and trading valuation analysis for public sector comparable companies. Apply best practices to improve information gathering and knowledge management, including CRM. Prepare and undertake additional projects as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant experience, bonus if experiences in investment banking at a top tier platform. Undergraduate degree required with strong academic standing. Additional qualifications are an asset, including CFA (or enrollment in program) and/or CA Strong understanding of applied investment and valuation analysis Investment mindset, self-starter, team-oriented, detail-oriented, and proven ability to perform in high-expectation environment Ability to make sense of incomplete, ambiguous, or confliction information to develop a point of view on required analyses Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Please note, our team works in person in the office at Yonge and St. Clair
About Clairvest Group Inc.
Clairvest, a leader in the Canadian private equity industry for more than 35 years, has approximately $4.3 billion of capital under management. Clairvest partners with management to invest in profitable small and mid-sized North American companies, across a wide variety of industries. In addition to providing financing, Clairvest contributes strategic expertise and execution ability to support the growth and development of its investee partners. Clairvest realizes value through investment returns and the eventual disposition of its investments.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
-
Alignment of Interest: We invest our own money along with our investment partners; at least 25% of each fund. We approach each investment as owners and shareholders.
-
Ownership Flexibility We back owner operators with a proven track record of success. We are comfortable owning between 20% and 80% of the equity, as long as management continues to have significant ownership share in the company.
-
True Value Creation Rather then rely on leverage or public market exits to drive our returns, we focus on EBITDA growth and building assets of strategic significance to larger national players.
-
We provide capital to facilitate growth. Our capital can be used to fund acquisitions, pursue growth CAPEX and/or provide liquidity to existing shareholders.
-
Deal Size We look to make investments of $20 to $100 million in companies with EBITDA greater than $5 million.