Infrastructure Equity Director

Pacific Life

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About The Position

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Infrastructure Equity Director to join our Infrastructure Investment Team in Newport Beach, CA. As an Infrastructure Equity Director with Pacific Life Investments (PLI), you will work with the Infrastructure Equity Investment team to identify, source, evaluate, underwrite, recommend, and manage infrastructure equity investments that meet the portfolio’s risk and return objectives on behalf of Pacific Life’s General Account. The Infrastructure Equity Team manages a rapidly growing portfolio of nearly $2 billion in AUM. You will fill a new role on the Infrastructure Investment Team, which currently consists of seven investment professionals housed within the Private Assets department of PLI. Your direct colleagues will include seasoned Infrastructure Equity and Project Finance professionals investing in both fixed income and equity opportunities.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in investment banking, equity research, private equity, or corporate M&A, preferably specializing in infrastructure
• Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to build relationships
• Investment knowledge, proficiency in accounting and financial modeling
• Ability to multi-task while retaining strong attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated enthusiasm for investments, a proactive approach to exploring industry trends and developments, intellectual curiosity
• Alignment with the team's risk philosophy and a nuanced understanding of risk management in investment decision-making
• Ability to contribute as a team player while also excelling in independent work environments, navigating through uncertainties and ambiguities

Responsibilities

• Lead the underwriting process for infrastructure equity fund investments and direct co-investments
• Perform detailed financial analysis and modeling
• Present recommendations to the investment committee
• Actively monitor the existing portfolio to track performance and identify trends
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders including infrastructure equity sponsors, senior level executives, legal and accounting teams, investment bankers, and consultants
• Communicate Pacific Life’s infrastructure equity strategy and objectives to internal and external stakeholders
• Travel to annual meetings, conferences, and ad-hoc sponsor meetings
• Mentor junior analysts
• Collaborate with other team members across PLI to enhance portfolio performance and achieve financial objectives

Benefits

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees