Toronto Pension Fund FT New Grad

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights regarding recruitment at Canadian pension funds:

1. Recruitment Timing:

   • Canadian funds don't typically recruit on a strict schedule like US funds. Job postings can appear sporadically, and it's often the case that by the time a job is posted on a company's website, it may already be filled.

2. Networking:

   • Networking is crucial. Engaging with headhunters and building connections early can significantly improve your chances. Headhunters in Canada may not reach out to entire analyst classes, so proactive networking is essential.

3. Job Postings:

   • Keep an eye on job postings, but don't rely solely on them. Since PE jobs are rarely advertised, leveraging your network and staying in touch with industry contacts can provide early insights into upcoming opportunities.

4. Specific Funds:

   • For infrastructure, private equity, or private capital teams at OMERS, OTPP, and HOOPP, it's beneficial to directly reach out to professionals within these teams or attend industry events where representatives from these funds might be present.

In summary, while there isn't a fixed timeline for when these positions are posted, focusing on networking and staying proactive in your job search will be key strategies.

Sources: Private Equity in Canada - Updated, Infrastructure at Canadian Pensions (PSP and CDPQ), Canadian Junior Bankers - Where are you going?, RE at Pension Funds in Canada - What do they do?, Credit at Canadian pensions