Portfolio Manager, Private Market Investments - Ottawa

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. We have flexibility, in how, when, and where we work, within the boundaries of the business needs and the nature of your role. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What's in it for you

We've got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here's the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you're a permanent employee:

• Annual paid vacation.
• Annual individual performance incentive.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role
Join the Investments and Pension Fund team, where we work to support CMHC's goals for financial stability and housing affordability. We are looking for a portfolio manager with a strong background in managing private market investments.

As a key member of the Investments team, you will collaborate with the Director, Investments and Pension Fund and manage a diverse portfolio comprised of the Pension Fund's real estate, infrastructure, other real assets, private debt and private equity investments. You will develop and implement investment strategies that are designed to outperform benchmarks and achieve investment objectives.

What you'll do:

• Manage assigned portfolios in accordance with the investment objectives and parameters defined by CMHC.
• Monitor existing portfolio holdings and ensure compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.
• Research potential investment opportunities, conduct complex risk-return analyses, and present recommendations accordingly.
• Develop, implement, and document sound investment processes, policies, and guidelines.
• Establish and maintain relationships with other institutional investors, asset managers, advisors, and a wide range of other stakeholders.
• Support the Director by providing guidance, mentoring, and leadership to the team, and mobilize , resources to ensure , timely deliverables.

What you should have:

• An undergraduate degree in finance, business administration, commerce, economics or related field.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in managing private market portfolios in an institutional investment environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated expertise in investment and portfolio management principles.
• Proficiency in interpreting economic trends and market relationships.
• Creative analytical skills and the capability to model investment and risk management strategies using advanced technological tools.
• Exceptional oral and written communication abilities.
• A proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• The aptitude for leading and mentoring individuals to achieve common objectives.
• Note: Some travel will be required for this role (25%).

It would be great if you also had:

• A professional designation(s) in a related field, such as the chartered financial analyst (CFA) designation or other relevant licence, designation, or certification.
• Bilingualism (French and English).

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We're committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought - and of people - are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don't worry - we're always posting new positions, so don't hesitate to give it another shot. We're excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!