About Lankin Investments

Lankin Investments is a forward-thinking real estate investment firm focused on delivering strong, stable returns through multifamily and income-producing assets across Canada. Our mission is to create access to institutional-quality real estate opportunities for individual and corporate investors, while enhancing the communities we invest in.

We are growing rapidly and seeking a strategic, driven, and well-connected professional to lead our national business development efforts.

Position Overview

The Director, Corporate Development will play a pivotal role in expanding Lankin Investments' reach across Canada by cultivating and managing high-impact relationships with key stakeholders including real estate professionals, financial service providers, accountants, lawyers, and leaders of small-to-medium sized businesses.

This individual will act as a brand ambassador, identifying and executing strategic partnership opportunities, driving new investor channels, and contributing to the overall growth of the firm's investor base and assets under management.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Relationship Development: Build and manage a network of real estate brokers, mortgage professionals, financial advisors, accountants, lawyers, and business owners to drive capital flow and brand exposure.
• Partnership Strategy: Design and implement outreach programs and initiatives to attract and engage corporate partners and professional networks.
• Business Growth: Identify and close business development opportunities that align with Lankin Investments' strategic priorities and fundraising goals.
• Market Expansion: Develop region-specific strategies to grow awareness and investor interest in key Canadian markets.
• Events & Representation: Represent Lankin Investments at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to raise visibility and cultivate prospects.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Marketing, Investor Relations, and Executive teams to support the development of co-branded campaigns, content, and partner initiatives.
• Reporting & Insights: Track pipeline growth, report on KPIs, and provide market feedback to refine go-to-market strategies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, or a related client-facing role, preferably within real estate, financial services, or professional services.
• Strong network of contacts in one or more of the target audiences: real estate professionals, wealth advisors, accounting/legal professionals, or business owners.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a natural ability to build trust and rapport.
• Proven track record of identifying, negotiating, and securing strategic partnerships or business opportunities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and execute with a high degree of autonomy.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related field. MBA or CFA considered an asset.
• Familiarity with exempt market investments, real estate syndications, or alternative investment vehicles is a must.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, entrepreneurial work environment
• High-impact role with significant growth potential
• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for travel, networking, and professional development
• A mission-driven culture centered on trust, transparency, and value creation