Vice President

Location Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street Business - Infrastructure Brookfield Infrastructure Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Infrastructure Group is one of the world’s largest infrastructure investors, owning and operating critical assets across the transport, utilities, energy, and data infrastructure sectors.

The Group operates and manages approximately $191 billion of assets owned through its private funds and publicly listed entity, Brookfield Infrastructure Partners. Our portfolio of assets facilitate the movement and storage of energy, water, freight, passengers and data, and are located in North and South America, Europe and the Asia Pacific regions.

For more information, visit: https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/infrastructure Brookfield Culture Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined.

Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

• The Vice President will be part of the team responsible for originating and executing M&A activity for BIG’s equity strategies, the “Investments” team. Relevant responsibilities will primarily be securing debt financing to support M&A activity including (i) providing structuring guidance (RFPs, term sheets, debt documentation, credit rating analysis etc.), (ii) running processes to secure committed financing, (iii) managing syndication processes (including working with investment banks, law firms, lenders and prospective investors), and (iv) proactively working with various internal teams to analyze / optimize the capital structure for both potential acquisitions and existing investments. In summary, the Vice President will be integral in all aspects of deal structuring, deal execution, lender / investor relationship management, as well as various ad hoc projects. Reporting Sit on the investment team and report to Managing Director, Investments (based in Toronto) and work closely with the infrastructure investment team Responsibilities Will be a key member of the acquisition financing team responsible for sourcing and structuring debt financing to support Brookfield’s global infrastructure investment initiatives
• Work alongside deal teams to analyze, select and implement the optimal capital structure for new investments
• Assist in the management of all aspects of structuring, negotiating, syndicating and documenting a new financing (including assessing reasonability of proposals, and providing recommendations to senior management)
• Manage the syndication process, produce credit rating materials, syndication/sales force materials, and draft internal credit documentation
• Work with and maintain positive relationships with banks and other financial institutions, credit rating agencies, investors, lawyers, and other external advisors
• Expected to be an internal expert and resource regarding broad bank / debt capital market conditions, market developments relevant to our business etc. Design tailored risk management strategies (including FX and interest rate exposure) for new acquisitions and portfolio companies in conjunction with treasury team
• Identify opportunities to optimize capital structures and add value through financing initiatives
• Interface with the broader BIG capital markets and treasury team (and Brookfield capital markets leaders) regarding capital markets strategies, banking relationships, hedging etc.

Skills and Experience

• Requirements: Role Specific: 7-10 years of experience predominately in investment banking (debt advisory or capital markets preferred but not required), private credit, direct lending, or similar role
• Direct experience in origination, structuring and execution of debt transactions in the infrastructure sector
• Experience in managing financing and syndication processes General: Ability to work in a dynamic, global team and adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Analytic and strategic thinker with the ability to assess complex situations and make effective recommendations
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage priorities and meet timelines
• Proactive self-starter who can handle pressure effectively and has experience working with senior management teams
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) with a strength in dealing with a wide variety of individuals at various levels within and outside of the organization Team-oriented with a demonstrated commitment to shared success above any personal accomplishment or recognition Position Opening Reason: New Position Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe, respectful; our shared success depends on it. We do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicant information is collected and handled in accordance with our Applicant Privacy Notice. As part of this commitment, we provide barrier-free and accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and applicable human rights legislation. If you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager with over US$1 trillion of assets under management across real estate, infrastructure, renewable power and transition, private equity and credit. Brookfield owns and operates long-life assets and businesses, many of which form the backbone of the global economy. Utilizing its global reach, access to large-scale capital and operational expertise, Brookfield offers a range of alternative investment products to investors around the world—including public and private pension plans, endowments and foundations, sovereign wealth funds, financial institutions, insurance companies and private wealth investors. Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM) is a public company listed on the New York (NYSE: BAM) and Toronto (TSX: BAM) stock exchanges. Brookfield Corporation is a public company listed on the New York (NYSE: BN) and Toronto (TSX: BN) stock exchanges.