ABOUT US

We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$204.5 billion of net assets. We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Canadian Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York, London and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world’s top companies. At PSP, you’ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

EXPERIENCE THE EDGE

At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We create an environment that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an inclusive work environment where diversity is embraced. ( click here )

Do you have what it takes to spot the edge ?

We’re seeking an Intern, Real Estate Investments , to partner with key stakeholders and peers to support and engage with our powerful networks of people, opportunities, and investments. At PSP, we embrace people that are eager to learn, ideate, and innovate: people who strive for excellence, challenge the status quo and seek alternative perspectives.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Opportunity to work within a dynamic global team, with the London office responsible for coverage across both European and APAC markets. As part of a team of c.15 people, you will have the chance to regularly interact and work with colleagues across all levels on a variety of projects, making a real impact.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As an Intern, Real Estate Investments , you’ll:

• Participate and support the analysts and other Real Estate investment team members in active management of PSP Investments’ real estate portfolio

• Support analysts and other members of the team in the analysis of potential real estate transactions for PSP’s investments portfolio across sectors (e.g. residential, logistics, office, other)

• Participate and support the analysts and other members of the team during the due diligence process

• Provide assistance to the analysts with collecting information and updating the real estate department’s database

• Provide assistance to the analysts in researching, synthesizing and analyzing data on various real estate markets

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree (Commerce with a concentration in Accounting, Finance, Economics or in Engineering with a minor in finance) or in a postgraduate diploma (Master’s in finance, Accounting, Real Estate, MBA)

• High academic achievement

• Enrollment in CFA program is an asset

• Ability to navigate a fast-paced environment with a high level of autonomy

• Effective communications skills, both written and spoken

• Attention to detail and rigorous approach to research, analysis and documentation

• Eagerness to learn, ideate and innovate

• Interest for real estate investments and knowledge of relevant financial modelling is an asset

At PSP, our goal is to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of our leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

This position is located in our offices in London.

Length of internship: July – December 2022

Deadline to apply: February 13th, 2022

Mandatory Vaccination: Effective October 30th, 2021, all employees will be required to self declare their vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to access the office. Accommodation measures will be made for medical or other protected grounds under applicable human rights laws. Please contact us to discuss any accommodation needs.