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Investment Manager, Real Estate

Telescope Recruitment
Greater Toronto Area, ON
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Full-time
Management

Job Description

Our employer is a real estate investment firm that is specializing in multi-family, industrial and commercial properties. With a disciplined approach to investing, the company focuses on long-term cash flow and stable, growing returns for investors. Backed by a team of experts, it identifies high-quality, risk-averse acquisition opportunities across expanding real estate sectors.

Their portfolio spans industrial sites, commercial plazas, and residential properties, with an estimated value between $500-700 million. They oversee roughly 2.5 million square feet of managed space.

About the Role

Position Overview:

The Manager of Investments & Asset Management will be instrumental in evaluating potential acquisitions, managing refinancing opportunities, and driving value creation across the portfolio. This role involves conducting in-depth financial analysis, overseeing capital projects, and performing on-site property assessments to identify and capitalize on investment opportunities.

Core Responsibilities:

Investment Analysis & Underwriting:

  • Partner with brokers, lenders, and legal advisors to structure transactions and secure favorable financing terms.
  • Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate investment feasibility, projected returns, and potential risks.
  • Prepare and present investment proposals to senior leadership and investment committees.
  • Evaluate and underwrite potential acquisitions and refinancing opportunities for office, commercial, and industrial properties, including analysis of financial statements, market conditions, and risk assessments.
  • Lead due diligence efforts, including property inspections, lease reviews, and market comparisons.
  • Experience in creating Confidential Investment Memorandums (CIMs) for property dispositions.

Portfolio Management & Capital Planning:

  • Identify and evaluate refinancing opportunities to enhance portfolio leverage and financial outcomes.
  • Collaborate with property management teams to optimize leasing efforts, rental rates, and operational performance.
  • Develop and execute strategic business plans for existing assets, focusing on repositioning and value-enhancing initiatives.
  • Track and analyze asset performance, implementing strategies to boost net operating income (NOI) and maximize property value.
  • Manage capital expenditure (CapEx) programs, ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery.

Market Analysis & Property Evaluations:

  • Analyze market trends, including tenant demand, rental rates, and competitive positioning.
  • Identify new investment opportunities and recommend strategies for portfolio expansion and growth.
  • Conduct regular site visits to assess potential acquisitions and monitor the progress of ongoing projects.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in real estate investments, underwriting, asset management, or acquisitions.
  • Advanced financial modeling skills and proficiency in tools such as Excel, Argus, and other real estate software.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, CFA) is a plus.
  • Demonstrated success in executing acquisitions, refinancing, and asset repositioning initiatives.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills, with experience collaborating with lenders and institutional investors.
  • Ability and willingness to travel frequently for property evaluations and portfolio oversight.

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