Asset Management - JP Morgan Natural Capital - Valuations Associate

JPMorgan Chase · Portland

J.P. Morgan Natural Capital (formerly Campbell Global) is a leading natural capital investment platform within J.P. Morgan Asset Management's Alternatives business. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, the firm brings a 45-year heritage in timberland investing and today manages approximately $11 billion in assets and 1.5 million acres across three continents. J.P. Morgan Natural Capital provides investors with access to timberland, carbon, and broader nature-based investment opportunities, helping shape the future of natural capital investing.

As a Valuations Associate within J.P. Morgan Natural Capital, you will be responsible for delivering timely and precise valuation analysis. This includes the valuation of timberland properties, acquisition underwriting analysis, technical forest planning, third-party appraisal review, and economic analysis of management alternatives in timberland investments. Using our Timber Investment Model and related tools, you will analyze potential dispositions and acquisitions, support property management decisions, and support reporting of investment returns and financial performance. You will work closely with the Acquisitions, Operations, Portfolio Management, and Accounting teams.

Job Responsibilities

Develop discounted cash flow models for dispositions and acquisitions of all sizes.
Create and maintain internal valuation models using our proprietary Timber Investment Model software and perform periodic updates to support financial reporting on an annual and quarterly basis.
Conduct analysis and review of regional operating and economic assumptions underpinning valuation models for core investment regions (Australasia, U.S., and Latin America).
Assist in review and assessment of annual third-party appraisals of assets under management.
Provide valuation analyses to support acquisition underwriting.
Support in development of forest planning models and other analyses for acquisitions, dispositions, and assets under management using harvest scheduling software.
Develop executive summary materials to present investment analytics to internal and external audiences.
Support the continued enhancement of proprietary planning and valuation tools, resources, and reporting systems.
Actively participate within the organization to ensure all investment management services meet or exceed client commitments.
Represent J.P. Morgan Natural Capital at all levels, maintaining positive public relations.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Advanced degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, or closely related field; and a minimum of three years working experience in a related field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Demonstrated experience in timberland financial analysis and modeling.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in forest product markets, inventory, forest growth and yield, forest operations, and silvicultural management regimes.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment across multiple disciplines and across multiple locations.
Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, as well as demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates excellent organizational, time, and prioritization management skills.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Experience developing discounted cash flow models for timberland assets.
Experience with harvest scheduling software and methods.
Knowledge and aptitude in a structured programming language such as R, Python, etc. is a strong plus.
Demonstrated background in carbon-focused measurements and protocols is a plus.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

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