• Job Description

  Req#: R3619

  ABOUT US

  We’re one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$243.7 billion of net assets as at March 31, 2023.
  
  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 are committed to a culture 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.

  ABOUT THE TEAM

  The Legal Affairs team consists of highly experienced and passionate professionals that work with the asset classes’ to enable PSP’s investment activities while managing legal risks. Given this role, Legal Affairs has a unique and global view of PSP’s activities. The Legal Affairs team has tremendous exposure to high-quality global transactions and complex legal questions, while being supported by an international network of trusted external counsel and partners.

  ABOUT YOUR ROLE

  As an Intern, Legal Affairs, you’ll:

  • Assist one or more lawyers in the team with their work related to investment transactions for Capital Markets, Private Equity, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Natural Resources and Credit Investments

  • Perform legal work related to PSP’s regulatory and governance framework

  • Perform legal work related to corporate law and PSP’s various investment vehicles

  • Update databases related to various agreements to which PSP is a party

  • Research on various legal and regulatory topics related to PSP`s investments

  • Assist lawyers and other team members with non-investment initiatives and projects

  WHAT YOU’LL NEED

  • First year student registered in an undergraduate law program

  • Complementary education in finance or related field, an asset

  • Good academic achievement and interest in business law

  • Good level of proficiency with MS Office tools

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

  • Ability to complete mandates and tasks within the planned schedule

  • Effective communications skills, both written and spoken

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

  • Drive to pursue excellence and challenge the status quo to seek out alternative perspectives

  • Be proactive in reaching out to lawyers and other team members to assist with mandates, files or projects

  • Good social skills and ability to build a network within the team and the organization

  • Willingness and interest in understanding PSP`s mandate, activities and investments.

  • Bilingualism: English and French (frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in Hong Kong, London and New York, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)

  • Must return to studies after the internship or the internship must be part of your curriculum

  • Candidates must have the right to work in Canada* for the period specified to be considered for this position. No support to obtain the right to work will be provided.

  *Options include Canadian citizenship, permanent residency or a valid open work permit.

  At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this 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 at our Montreal offices.

  Length of internship: May – August 2024

  T o apply, please upload your resume, cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript

  Deadline to apply: January 31, 2024

  Visit us on LinkedIn.

  www.investpsp.com

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