Ontario Teachers

Managing Director, Private Equity - Software

Toronto, Canada · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

NegotiationFinancial ModelingAccountingM&AResearchCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

The Managing Director will be working with investment professionals with deep sector and regional expertise and will play a key role in making and managing direct investments in the Technology sector.
The individual will have significant prior expertise and a strong track record investing in Technology, particularly in Software with knowledge of emerging AI and digitization themes.
Key focus areas include Application software, Infrastructure software, Digital & IT Services and other Tech-enabled categories.

When evaluating new investments, the Managing Director will lead, with oversight of SMD, a small team determining whether the company represents an attractive investment opportunity.
Among other things, the analysis of investments includes conducting industry and company due diligence, creating sophisticated financial models, arranging debt financing, negotiating legal documents, formulating value creation plans (in partnership with operating teams and other lead investors) and preparing written recommendations.
Once a transaction has been completed, the Managing Director will remain involved with the business, and will work with our investment partners and the management team to implement value-enhancing initiatives.
The Managing Director may be expected to take lead roles at the board and/or sub-committees of the board in some cases.
This will require the individual to build high-impact relationships and networks across the Technology investing ecosystem.
Collaborate with other Global Sector teams and across Investments on specific departmental initiatives.
Seek to lead deals with input and high level of communication from global sector SMD.
Active Technology M&A in a lead role in corporate development would also be considered.
An ability to balance priorities, work independently, lead projects and thrive in a high performance team environment.

15+ years relevant work experience, ideally the most recent experience leading deals in Technology private equity.
Experience in playing a leading role in the investment process, including conducting due diligence, arranging debt financing and negotiating documentation.
Willingness and ability to travel globally.

Tenured private equity investor with a strong track record (technology/software experience strongly preferred).
Please include deal sheets with your application.

They will lead sub-sector research and deep dives as the team evolves its coverage strategy and focus areas over time with shifting industry dynamics such as the emergence of AI impacting investment decisions.
Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage
Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan
Competitive time off
Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

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