Director (Principal), Private Equity

OMERS•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

OMERS Private Equity is seeking a strong investor to join the investment team in our New York office. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director, Private Equity will have responsibility for origination, execution and management of investments in the business services sector. OMERS Private Equity is built on more than 30 years of experience investing in exceptional teams and companies. Our stable capital base gives us the flexibility to weather market volatility and our relentless pursuit of returns for our pensioners drives every decision we make. We focus on control-oriented investments in the middle and upper-middle market, partnering with management teams to drive operational transformation, strategic growth, and value creation. With an excellent investment track record and years of private equity experience, we work in partnership with our companies to build long-term value. As of December 31, 2025, OMERS private equity has C$25.6 billion AUM. OPE prides itself on its culture and we strive to identify candidates who are well suited to our unique, team-based environment.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant experience in direct buyout private equity, including prior experience in investment banking or principal investing or consulting.
Business services experience is an asset.
Proven ability to engage effectively with CEOs and senior management teams
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and timelines
Excellent interpersonal skills and both written & verbal communication skills
Demonstrate attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Embrace collaborative sharing of knowledge within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience serving on Boards or working closely with portfolio companies preferred.
Be intellectually curious and have a long investment horizon
Commitment to stay current on a variety of topics related to the investment themes being explored
Driven to achieving results and continuously striving to deliver the highest performance through creative thinking

Responsibilities

Sourcing new investment opportunities and presenting merits to the Investment Committee
Manage the diligence process for new investments, including coordinating with various advisors/consultants, reviewing financial analysis and overseeing junior team members
Responsible for the asset management of portfolio companies by working closely with management teams and the board to execute value creation initiatives
Oversees quarterly and annual reporting and valuation process related to the portfolio companies
Support capital structure management, including debt refinancing, tax planning and capital budgeting
Develop and maintain deep coverage of the Business Services sector (e.g., commercial services, outsourced services, tech-enabled services, industrial services, professional services).
Build and manage relationships with intermediaries, executives, independent sponsors, and industry advisors.
Mentor Associates and Vice Presidents through analytical and diligence processes.
Partner with management teams on strategic initiatives including: Add-on acquisitions, Operational improvement, Talent recruitment, Systems and infrastructure upgrades