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Associate, Investor Relations

JD Development Group - 7 Jobs
Markham, ON
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Full-time
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Position Overview

As an Investor Relations Associate at JD Development Group, you will bridge North American real estate opportunities with global capital, serving as a critical link to Mandarin-speaking investors and financial partners. This role combines real estate finance expertise, cross-cultural communication, and investor strategy to secure funding, steward relationships, and drive our mission of "A Different Way of Living."

Key Responsibilities1. Capital Strategy & Investor Engagement
  • Lead Mandarin-English investor communications, including pitch materials, financial reports, and presentations tailored to cross-border investors.

  • Drive capital-raising initiatives targeting Mandarin-speaking HNWIs, family offices, and institutional investors.

  • Articulate JD's investment thesis in meetings, roadshows, and conferences (both in English and Mandarin).

  • Manage due diligence processes, acting as the liaison between Mandarin-speaking investors and internal teams (legal, finance, development).

2. Real Estate Finance & Underwriting
  • Underwrite development projects, analyzing financial models (DCF, IRR) and presenting key metrics to Mandarin-speaking investors.

  • Structure cross-border investments, navigating regulatory considerations (e.g., Canadian tax implications for foreign investors).

  • Monitor portfolio performance, preparing bilingual summaries of risks/opportunities.

3. Market Intelligence & Reporting
  • Produce bilingual research on North American real estate trends, translating insights for Mandarin-speaking investors.

  • Develop investor dashboards with key performance metrics (in both English and Mandarin).

  • Advise leadership on capital flow trends between China and Canada.

4. Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Collaborate with Legal on compliance.

  • Liaise with Mandarin-speaking lenders.

  • Support fund structuring.

Qualifications & SkillsMandatory Requirements
  • Fluent in Mandarin & English (written and spoken; Cantonese a plus).

  • Education: Bachelor's in Finance, Real Estate, or Business; CFA/MBA/CPA candidates preferred.

  • Experience: 5+ years in real estate investor relations, private equity, or cross-border investment, with underwriting exposure.

Technical Expertise
  • Advanced Excel (DCF, Argus) and PowerPoint (investor-grade decks).

  • Knowledge of CMHC financing, Ontario real estate regulations, and ESG frameworks.

Preferred Attributes
  • Existing network with Mandarin-speaking investors or lenders.

  • Understanding of Chinese capital markets and investment preferences.

Why JD Development Group?
  • Global Impact: Connect North American real estate with international capital.

  • Career Growth: Pathway to leadership in cross-border investment strategy.

  • Culture: Collaborative team driving innovation in urban development.

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