Campbell Global, a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, is a renowned global investment manager specializing in forestland. Based in Portland, Oregon, we have nearly 40 years of experience in managing 5.5 million acres worldwide for various institutional investors. As part of the Alternatives platform within Asset Management, we offer a unique opportunity in the field of forestland management and value creation.
As a Forest Planner within Campbell Global, you will be responsible for delivering timely and precise timberland investment analysis to our clients. This includes tasks such as harvest scheduling, timberland valuation, acquisition underwriting analysis, and exploring various timber management alternatives in timberland investments. Utilizing industry-standard forest optimization software, you will model acquisition opportunities, manage properties, and handle dispositions. You will also collaborate with various teams across the company, including the Acquisitions, Operations, and Portfolio Management teams.
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Job responsibilities
- Create and maintain long term forest plans for assets under management to project timber, carbon and other forest product cash flows for tactical and strategic planning efforts using harvest scheduling software.
- Develop acquisition valuation models along with executive summary materials to internal and external audiences. Work with CG's Acquisition team to meet timelines and assure high underwriting standards.
- Maintain discounted cash flow models using CG's Timberland Investment Model software, including periodic model updates to support quarterly update reports and other reports as requested.
- Analyze carbon projects on existing assets under management and potential acquisitions. Work with carbon developers and internal teams to assess future project viability.
- Support continued analysis of existing carbon projects on assets under management.
- Conduct analysis and review of regional operating and economic assumptions underpinning valuation models for CG's core investment regions (Australasia, U.S. and LatAm) with a focus on the U.S.
- Develop executive summary materials to present investment analytics to internal and external audiences.
- Support the continued enhancement of CG's proprietary planning and valuation tools, resources, and reporting systems.
- Actively participate within the organization to ensure all timberland management investment services meet or exceed client commitments.
- Represent Campbell Global 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.
- Experience with harvest scheduling software and methods. Demonstrated experience and proficiency using the Remsoft's Woodstock suite of tools.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in CG's core investment regions including an understanding of 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 designing and writing SQL queries and functions from relational databases.
- 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.
ABOUT US
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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ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.