The OpportunityBased out of our Toronto office, you will play a meaningful role as part of our dynamic and successful fund investing team. As an Associate - Teachers' Venture Growth (TVG) Fund Investing, you will help provide coverage of external manager relationships in across North America, Europe, and Asia, working closely with the Head of TVG Funds and colleagues across the team to support the execution of TVG’s Funds strategy and other key strategic initiatives.This role will involve building strong ties and engagement across TVG’s existing in-region fund partners, helping identify and evaluate prospective relationships, and working to drive direct investment opportunities (co-invest / follow-ons), knowledge sharing and insights for the broader TVG team. You will play a lead role in all aspects of the execution of commitments (conducting diligence, preparing investment memorandums & supporting analysis, generating investment recommendations, and reviewing legal documentation) and post-investment management.Who you’ll work withIn your new role, you will report to the Head of TVG Funds who is based in Toronto. You will also work closely with other members of the TVG Funds team globally and collaboratively with TVG’s regional direct investment teams, as well as with other investment teams across OTPP (Private Capital - Global Funds, Total Fund Management, Strategy & Risk) more broadly, to drive sector and investment stage specialization and regional coordination.What you'll doSupport the evaluation of new and follow-on fund investment opportunities across venture, venture-growth, and growth equity strategiesConduct manager research and maintain market maps to support sourcing and portfolio constructionAssist in due diligence processes, including GP analysis, track record assessment, and portfolio analyticsPrepare investment committee materials, including financial analysis, benchmarking, and supporting recommendationsSupport underwriting, structuring, and documentation of fund commitments, including review of legal materialsContribute to ongoing portfolio monitoring, including performance tracking, valuation support, and risk assessmentDevelop analytics and insights across the funds portfolio, including exposure analysis and strategic value (e.g., co-investment opportunities and sector trends)Participate in GP interactions, including meetings, AGMs, and LPAC preparationBuild and maintain relationships with GPs, LPs, and broader ecosystem participantsPartner with TVG Direct teams to support information sharing, sector insights, and evaluation of potential co-investment opportunitiesSupport internal processes, reporting, and ad hoc analyses as requiredWork cross-functionally with other teams to ensure continued alignment with OTPP’s mission, vision and values. This includes supporting and sharing knowledge with other areas of Investments and responding to ad hoc requests from other departmentsWhat you'll needMinimum 2 years of relevant experience in investment banking, venture capital, growth equity, fund investing, consulting, or related fieldsStrong interest in venture, growth equity, and fund investing, with a curiosity for technology-driven sectorsSolid analytical and financial modeling skills, with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex datasetsUnderstanding of fund investment, portfolio construction, or private markets is an assetBachelor’s degree in a related field; MBA, CFA, or other advanced degree is an assetStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environmentEffective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present insights clearlyCollaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and geographiesEntrepreneurial, self-motivated, and intellectually curiousAdvanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPointExperience or interest in leveraging data, automation, or AI tools to improve investment processes, with the ability to build or support internal tooling and analytics capabilitiesWillingness to travel as requiredWhat we’re offeringNumerous opportunities for professional growth and developmentComprehensive employer paid benefits coverageRetirement income through a defined benefit pension planThe opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive ProgramA flexible work environment combining in office collaboration and remote workingCompetitive time offOur Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each yearEmployee discount programs including Edvantage and PerkopolisAt Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check outHow to applyAre you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.Ontario Teachers’ may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers’ objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.To learn more about how Teachers’ uses AI with your personal information, please visit ourFunctional Areas: InvestmentsVacancy:CurrentRequisition ID: 6959#LI-WC1
