Senior Asset Manager - Infrastructure

Senior Asset Manager

Business Area: Private Markets

Place of Work: London

Contract Type: Permanent

When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career.

Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts.

Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office / homeworking due to our hybrid model.

In your role as Senior Asset Manager you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset.

operate as a senior leader in the Private Markets Group (PMG) Direct Equity Team, focusing on asset management.

The prime objective of the Direct Equity Team’s asset management activity is to be a trusted steward of the University Superannuation Scheme’s (USS’s) investments and maximise value by applying an investor mindset, ensuring effective monitoring and being a respected counter party in our investments and markets.

The role holder will support and contribute to the Direct Equity team’s asset management activities, processes development, and strategy for the Direct Equity portfolio as a whole, for specific assets through the investee board roles and by supporting other asset leads across the team.

The role will require effective collaboration across the Direct Equity team, PMG and internal USS stakeholders.

The Direct Equity teams consist of 25+ professionals managing c. £8bn across 30 infrastructure including core, value add, renewables and energy transition investments. The Direct Equity team are responsible for the strategy, origination and execution of new investments, divestments, and portfolio company management.

The team has a global mandate, focusing on UK, Europe and North America infrastructure opportunities with available capital and a plan to invest between £3-£4bn over the next three years in 10-12 investments

As a trusted part of the Private Markets you will :

• Act as Asset Lead for complex investments, developing and delivering Asset Management Plans (AMPs)
• Represent USS on portfolio company boards, influencing key stakeholders to support USS objectives
• Lead asset teams in performance monitoring, AMP execution, and governance compliance
• Collaborate on valuations and fair market assessments with internal and external parties
• Support and mentor other Asset Leads and junior team members across the portfolio
• Contribute to investment forums, offering challenge and insight on key asset matters
• Partner with deal teams to shape asset strategy during the underwriting and onboarding phases

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.

• Extensive experience managing private infrastructure and / or private equity investments
• Strong commercial, strategic and financial judgement with a focus on value creation
• Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and navigating investee governance structures
• Proven ability to prioritise asset management activities based on value and risk Confident with valuations, debt / equity terms, and performance analysis
• Strong communicator, analytical thinker, and effective problem solver
• Self-motivated team player with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families.

We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development.

We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team.

Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a…