Job Description

Director, Investment Management

-----------------------------------



Please send CV and Cover Letter with your email.

Position Date:

2025-10-22

Title:

Director, Investment Management

Status:

Full-Time

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Reports to:

Senior Vice President, Investment Management

Position Summary

At Cameron Stephens, we're building one of Canada's leading platforms for commercial real estate lending and investment.



Cameron Stephens currently manages approximately $535 million in private capital across three vehicles: Bay Street High Yield Fund (BSHY), Cameron Stephens Mortgage Trust (CSMT), and Western Canada High Yield Fund (WCHY). Our Investment Management group provides portfolio oversight, performance analysis, and investment recommendations across these platforms -- balancing disciplined credit underwriting with innovative fund strategies.



As

Director, Investment Management

, you'll play a key role in driving fund performance, managing capital, and advancing new investment initiatives across both debt and equity. Working closely with the SVP, you'll help shape fund strategy, oversee credit risk, and contribute to the design of new investment vehicles.



You'll also play a hands-on role in building and scaling the

Accelerated Lending Program

. Designed to enhance returns and capital efficiency, this program enables rapid deployment of proprietary capital into shorter-term, high-quality commercial real estate loans

.

This is a dynamic opportunity for an entrepreneurial investment professional with deep credit and underwriting expertise in commercial real estate, a strategic mindset, and strong financial acumen.



This role will evolve as the Investment Management function continues to grow; the successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where responsibilities expand and adapt alongside the needs of the business.

Key Accountabilities

Portfolio & Investment Management

Assist in treasury management across CSMC's funds, optimizing capital deployment and liquidity. Conduct portfolio analysis, performance tracking, and risk rating for CSMC's total portfolio. Support ongoing fund reporting, investor communications, and compliance with investment policies.

Accelerated Lending Program

Lead outreach to broker and borrower networks to identify qualified lending opportunities. Evaluate commercial real estate loan opportunities, providing recommendations to the Fund Investment Committees. + Review loan summaries, credit memos, and commitment letters.
Enhance policies, procedures, and reporting frameworks to strengthen credit governance. Monitor deal performance and returns.

Investment Strategy & Special Projects

Collaborate with the SVP and Capital Markets team to structure and launch new investment vehicles, which may include: + Senior Debt Fund
+ Self-Storage Fund
+ Equity Fund(s)
+ Apartment REIT
Work with legal counsel to structure and negotiate fund terms and investor agreements. Support the setup of new entities, fund operations, and reporting infrastructure.

Key Skills & Competencies

Undergraduate degree in business, finance, or related field; MBA or CFA an asset. 7+ years' experience in the commercial real estate industry. Prior investment fund experience is an asset. Strong foundation in credit underwriting, financial analysis, and commercial real estate lending. Excellent project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines across diverse workstreams. Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; able to distill complex financial data into clear insights and presentations. Experience with CRM and reporting tools (e.g., Salesforce) to track deal flow and performance. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; confident engaging with investors, partners, and senior leadership. Strong ownership mindset and accountability for credit adjudication and fund performance.

Why Join Us

You'll be joining a high-growth, entrepreneurial team where your work directly impacts how we deploy capital, manage risk, and deliver results for investors. You'll gain exposure to a diverse range of real estate investment strategies across debt and equity while working with an experienced leadership team committed to mentorship, innovation, and long-term career growth.


If you are interested in joining a growing firm with a real entrepreneurial spirit, please apply online at https://cameronstephens.com/careers/



While we appreciate your interest in applying, only those candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position will be contacted. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal, education, and credit background checks to qualify for hire.


We are committed to providing equal opportunities for persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidate's request.