Associate, Portage

Position Overview

We are looking for an analytical and fintech‑passionate Associate to join our team in Toronto. The Associate will help identify and support breakthrough global fintech and financial services companies.

• Develop thesis to identify themes and investable opportunities.
• Source investment opportunities and build relationships within the fintech ecosystem.
• Conduct due diligence on potential investments, including financial, market, and company analysis.
• Work with portfolio companies on strategic initiatives and board topics.
• Support portfolio reporting and fund analysis, including pipeline tracking and KPI consolidation.

• Bachelor’s degree with quantitative orientation (Engineering, Business, etc.).
• 2+ years experience in venture capital/growth equity, or experience at a high‑growth startup combined with investment banking or consulting.
• Strong passion for financial services and technology.
• Organized and detail‑oriented, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to synthesize thoughts on companies and markets.
• Comfortable with ambiguity in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Demonstrated analytical excellence.
• Strong empathy for founders.

Sagard is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are happy to accommodate individuals with requests for accommodations. Sagard may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to support certain stages of the recruitment and selection process.