Investing with Purpose
Commitment to Canadians
We are a global investment organization with an important purpose that inspires and connects our colleagues around the world. Our purpose is to invest the assets of the Canada Pension Plan in a manner that maximizes returns without undue risk of loss, which helps provide a foundation on which more than 21 million Canadians can build financial security in retirement.
People Driving Performance
We are passionate about building an inclusive workplace where you can make a meaningful, positive impact and grow your career. We engage our colleagues with programs that promote well-being, encourage personal development and reward excellence. Our performance and reputation depend on a global team doing their best.
What Sets us Apart
Our performance is driven by a long horizon and global scale so we can pursue investment strategies others cannot. Our unique mandate, talented global team, distinctive culture, and strong global brand further sets us apart.
Global Team
New York Office
Since 2014
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Our midtown Manhattan office keeps our team of 70 colleagues near the deal flow in this financial capital, and provides a home base for our colleagues doing business in New York. The United States is our largest market for equity and fixed income holdings in public and private companies, real estate and private equity investments. As of December 31, 2021, approximately 36% of our global assets are invested in the United States.
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London Office
Since 2008
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Located in central London, our office is the hub for operations in Europe. With more than 215 colleagues, our presence in London underscores our belief that there are compelling investment opportunities in Europe that align with our long-term investment horizon. Our European portfolio includes major investments in real estate, infrastructure, public and private equities, funds and credit, and represents 16% of our portfolio as of December 31, 2021.
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Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
Hong Kong Office
Since 2008
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Hong Kong, Asia’s financial hub, is home to more than 150 colleagues from around the world. It is the centre for our Asia Pacific investment operations in China, Australia, India, Japan, South Korea and South East Asia. Our investments in Asia Pacific cut across all sectors and asset classes and, as of December 31, 2021, represent about 28% of our global portfolio.
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Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
São Paulo Office
Since 2014
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Our São Paulo office is the centre of our growing operations across Latin America. Our more than 30 colleagues have strong relationships with partners in Brazil, Mexico, Peru and Chile and are building our footprint in Latin America through investments in infrastructure, renewable energies, real estate, credit investments and private equity. As of December 31, 2021, Latin America represents approximately 5% of our global portfolio.
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Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
San Francisco Office
Since 2019
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Our newest international office gives us an important local presence in the world’s largest innovation hub and fifth largest global economy. The San Francisco office, home to 25 colleagues, enables us to establish stronger relationships with companies, investors, thought leaders and talent throughout the technology ecosystem, providing valuable access to insights and opportunities that benefit the Fund.
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Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
Mumbai Office
Since 2016
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Our growing Mumbai office allows us to leverage local expertise in a diversified market and build important partnerships in a growing economy. The office is home base to more than 50 investment, technology and data colleagues. Notable investments in the country include IndoSpace, Kotak Mahindra Bank and India RF.
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Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
Sydney Office
Since 2017
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Our team in Sydney provides an important regional presence that helps us source and manage investments in a dynamic and diverse Australian market rich with opportunities. The Sydney team has built strong relationships with partners in the region for major infrastructure and real estate transactions. Notable investments in the region include Westconnex, Astra Infra Toll Road and Goodman.
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Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
Luxembourg Office
Since 2015
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Our Luxembourg office supports our growing portfolio of assets across continental Europe. The Luxembourg team oversees important asset management activities including investment monitoring, cash management, finance and operations, transaction support, and legal and regulatory compliance.
Meet Our People
Meet some of our global team and hear from them about their CPP Investments career so far.
Rahul Bhalodia
Principal, Sustainable Energies
Joined CPP Investments in 2019
I am proud to work at CPP Investments because…
We are a mission-driven organization where our guiding principles of integrity, partnership, and high performance fundamentally underpin activities across the firm and position us to deliver results.
The skills that help me be successful here are…
Analytical skills and commercial judgement are always helpful in an investing role, but a collaborative mindset and team orientation are keys to success.
The best thing about working here is…
The balanced approach to performance and development is a real differentiator. There is genuine interest in setting the stage for success, whatever that might mean for an individual.
Amy Flikerski
GLT-Managing Director, Head of External Portfolio Management
Joined CPP Investments in 2012
The skills that help me be successful here are…
A curiosity that drives continuous learning, analytical skills for investment analysis, and EQ (Emotional Quotient) for connecting with colleagues, leading and demonstrating empathy.
A career at CPP Investments is…
Adventurous. I have had the privilege of representing CPP Investments in Toronto, Hong Kong and London all while engaging in meaningful work with top tier external partners.
The best thing about working here is…
The ability to grow and evolve a career, across seniority levels, through junior rotational programs, internal secondments and international assignments. I spent a year with our Sustainable Investing team helping design our Climate Change Program and it gave me a unique perspective across the firm.
Shirley Liu
Rotational Analyst
Joined CPP Investments in 2020
I am proud to work at CPP Investments because…
Given the long-term nature of capital, we focus on sustainable value creation despite short-term market noise. We always seek excellence and treat people with respect.
The skills that help me be successful here are…
Critical thinking, being a quick-learner and self-motivation are essential capabilities. It is not only about who you are today, but also who you can become in the future.
I would describe my team as…
My team is just like a family. Senior people care about the development and wellbeing of juniors by providing kind guidance and apprenticeship to the next generation of investors.
Rogério Teixeira
Managing Director, Legal
Joined CPP Investments in 2019
The best thing about working here is…
The great atmosphere and work environment. I work with friendly, collaborative colleagues and the organization cares about its people. We do interesting and challenging work and there are lots of growth opportunities.
The skills that help me be successful here are…
Be a team player. Have integrity, be flexible, open-minded and enjoy problem solving together with colleagues.
Advice for new colleagues…
Be yourself and transparent, and dive right in. In other words, don’t be afraid of bringing new ideas, asking for a challenge, thinking outside the box, showing different perspectives and bringing the best of yourself to work.
Caitlin Walsh
Managing Director, Thematic Investing
Joined CPP Investments in 2014
I am proud to work at CPP Investments because…
We invest in interesting and innovative companies, and I work with a diverse and high performing team.
The best thing about working here is…
Being part of a global, world-class investing organization that takes the long-term view and is willing to lead and innovate.
Advice for new colleagues…
Communicate proactively, take the time to pay attention to details especially in the beginning, and reach out to colleagues across departments for informal chats.
Pranav Gandhi
Manager, Engineering, Capital Market Technologies
Joined CPP Investments in 2021
The best thing about working here is…
We operate with very high standards. We work together to do the best job we can and share in both the successes and responsibility for failures.
I am proud to work at CPP Investments because…
The work we do matters.
I would describe my team as…
Dynamic. We work very well together across time zones, cultures and functions and we share in a common purpose.
Michael McQueen
Managing Director, Real Estate
Joined CPP Investments in 2014
A career at CPP Investments is…
Work here is a continuous learning journey. The open-door policy and transparent decision process across departments provides knowledge transfer and accessibility to add value and shape your career, which you drive from there.
I would describe my team as…
Diverse, talented and humble. The Real Estate Asia team is a global group – colleagues from Canada, Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, India, Thailand and Brazil – all providing new and thoughtful perspectives.
The best thing about working here is…
The access and ability to work with best-in-class partners on innovative landmark projects which can create a difference to both communities and the environment. Internally, the performance mandate is held together by the organization’s core guiding principles creating a distinct culture.
Florenta Udescu
Director, Investment Structure Management
Joined CPP Investments in 2014
I am proud to work at CPP Investments because…
What we do matters. Our work has a special purpose and a legacy that is greater than ourselves. I’m also proud of our approach to long-term value creation and a sustainable economy.
I would describe my team as…
Collaborative, innovative, and strategic thinkers. They bring the best of themselves to the organization and operate by our guiding principles of integrity, partnership and high performance.
The best thing about working here is…
The diversity of people, experience and thinking. We share a commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and it offers everyone a fair opportunity to develop their career and have an impact.
Employees Driving Change
Our employee-led resource groups are inclusive, welcoming and deeply committed to driving positive change in our workplaces and the communities we call home.
Learn more about our efforts in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Supporting female professionals
Elevating our Black employees
Driving engagement with the LGBTQ + community
Building awareness of our rich cultural diversity
Promoting mental health in the workplace
Reducing our environmental footprint at work and where we live
Fostering connection and community for our Asian employees
Senior Leadership Perspectives
Our leadership team are champions of our culture and public purpose, and they have great stories to tell.
"I joined as an associate and had multiple opportunities to take on new challenges and develop my career, all the way to becoming CEO. That’s a real testament to the career growth potential here at CPPIB."
"One of the best parts of working here is the people – talented and genuinely great colleagues. The team doesn’t just work well together, we share a commitment to our values and a collaborative, inclusive culture."
"I remember when we were two offices, Toronto and Hong Kong. Today, our nine global offices are dynamic, vibrant and contribute so much to the vitality of CPP Investments."
"My background is in physics. Diversity of thought is foundational to the success of our team, and it’s a pillar of our investment decision-making process."
"We offer our investment partners patient capital, a broad mandate and the experience of a talented and creative global team."
"We’re a collaborative organization with empowered global teams sharing a singular purpose: helping to provide a retirement foundation for 21 million Canadians."
"Our active, long-term investment approach means a career with global exposure across multiple asset classes and sectors, and over the entire investment lifecycle."
Why CPP Investments?
A career with CPP Investments offers a unique opportunity to work for a respected global leader – and make a difference. Here you will find challenging, hands-on opportunities, and the chance to stretch and evolve your career. With supportive leaders focused on your personal development, the scope of work here is extensive and global, with opportunity for international assignments and cross-team mobility.
Our culture reflects the importance of our purpose and values. Our Guiding Principles emphasize integrity, partnership and high-performance, and our Code of Conduct sets expectations for ethical behaviour in everything we do. We also believe inclusive, diverse teams make better decisions and create a workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and can do their best work.
Learn more about our efforts in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Our active investment strategy, certainty of assets, global scale, long horizon, and diversified global portfolio have driven financial performance for the Fund. Our talented global team, expert partners and total portfolio approach is growing the Fund toward $1 trillion. CPP Investments has been recognized for leadership in corporate governance and disclosure as well as driving value creation through integration of environmental, social and governance factors.
Our work is guided by a comprehensive, dynamic long-term strategy designed to sustain our strong performance through market variations. Our investment approach balances prospective risk and reward to ensure the long-term sustainability of the CPP Fund.
We offer comprehensive benefits and wellbeing programs for our global colleagues. Our recognition and compensation practices are merit-based, foster differentiation, reward excellence and are vital to sustaining our high-performing organization. Put simply, we strive to provide a compelling and competitive package that attracts and retains high caliber, purpose-driven talent.
A rewarding career is about more than compensation. You’ll have access to high-impact training and development programs at every level, and opportunities for short-term assignments and secondments. We believe in accessible leadership and encourage apprenticeship and mentorship across the organization, while offering a wealth of other intangibles that allow you to have impact beyond your formal role.
Our Holistic View on Work
In the face of dramatic changes to the global work environment, we’re embracing a flexible, principle-based approach on how we will work in the future.
Being Empathetic
Throughout the pandemic, our approach with employees has focused on the ‘human’ impact of workplace disruptions, and people-centric solutions. We’ve introduced a range of new programs and enhanced benefits aimed at promoting employee health and safety.
Staying Flexible
We’ve embraced a hybrid-flexible way of working so our colleagues now balance their time working in the office and working remotely. We also offer enhanced health and mental wellbeing supports and ensured home office ergonomics.
Informed by our Guiding Principles
As with everything we do, embracing new ways of working must continue to be aligned with our core principles of integrity, partnership and high performance. We also believe we have a responsibility to our communities, so we’ve asked all colleagues to be vaccinated if they are able.
Latest News
If you’re considering a career at CPP Investments, you might be interested in some of our recent announcements. See below for selected news highlights.
