Job Description

Description :

ream is looking for a Director, Investments

We are always looking for the best and brightest to join our thriving community. Dream\xe2\x80\x99s Asset Management Team is currently looking for a Director, Investments to help our team execute on its Canadian industrial and logistics growth strategy.

Who are you?

Over the 5+ years you\xe2\x80\x99ve worked in investments, you\xe2\x80\x99ve proven that you are not afraid to think outside the box to find the best approach to achieve results. You are proactive, leading by example rather than sitting back. You consider the bigger picture when focusing on new initiatives and you thrive on driving improvement and efficiency. You are well-organized and can lead the Investments process from beginning to end. You have strong existing relationships with brokers and investors active in the industrial and logistics space, and strong networking skills to identify off-market opportunities. You have strong financial analysis and investment underwriting skills.

What will you do?

Below are some of the primary responsibilities you will be taking on in this role:

• Spend most of your time focusing on the industrial and logistics investments process, with a portion of your time dedicated to development
• Source, underwrite and coordinate due diligence on IPP and land acquisitions and potential acquisitions, dispositions and other investment and portfolio initiatives;
• Work with the broader Dream team to determine appropriate underwriting assumptions;
• Complete research on key markets and specific sub-markets for opportunities based on our investments and development strategy;
• Assist in preparing internal reporting, investment committee memos, board memos, and asset plans;
• Coordinate and negotiate with brokers, advisors and counsel through the pre-closing, closing and post-closing;
• Prepare analysis and reports on various initiatives;
• Be a reliable resource for all levels of the company, including senior management;
• Assist in various industrial and logistics asset management functions, as necessary;
• Maintain key industrial and logistics databases; and
• Create and maintain financial models for investments, asset management and related initiatives.

What type of experience do you have?

These are some of the things we would like you to bring to the table:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Business, Economics or Real Estate. Enrolled in or completed the following programs CFA/CPA/AACI/MBA is a bonus but not necessary depending on work experience;
• 5+ years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in an investments or investments/leasing role in a high paced environment, preferably with at least two years focus specifically in the industrial and logistics sector;
• Exceptional financial modelling and underwriting skills, with a high proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• Excellent knowledge of and comfort working with Argus DCF and Argus Enterprise;
• Proven track record of leading and mentoring junior members of an Investments team;
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, both oral and written; superior interpersonal skills;
• Strong attention to detail and organization is required; and
• Superior interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Who are we?

Founded in 1994 with a vision to revolutionize the way people live and work, Dream is one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading real estate companies. We are a leading developer of exceptional office and residential assets in Toronto; we own stabilized income generating assets in both Canada and the U.S., and have an established and successful asset management business, inclusive of $23 billion of assets under management across three Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") listed trusts and numerous partnerships. We are one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading industrial and logistics asset managers and developers, and are also manage a significant portfolio of European and US logistics assets.

We also develop land and residential assets in Western Canada. Responsible for some of the country\xe2\x80\x99s most iconic and transformative projects, we always invest with purpose, embracing creativity, passion, and innovation, delivering strong returns, while positively impacting the communities and the world around us. We are a leading developer of exceptional office and residential assets in Toronto, owns stabilized income generating assets in both Canada and the U.S. We also develop land and residential assets in Western Canada. While on the surface we may not seem that different from our competitors, it\xe2\x80\x99s our attitude and approach that truly set us apart. We are guided by our entrepreneurial spirit; we seize unconventional opportunities and try new things, approaching every project with passion and purpose.

We care about our employees. We want everyone to have a rewarding career and to work and have fun with people they like, so we provide exciting work opportunities, open work environments, and fun events. Once you join us, it won\xe2\x80\x99t take long to figure out why your colleagues like it so much here.

Once you join us, it won\xe2\x80\x99t take long to figure out why your colleagues like it so much here.

This is your invitation to make a difference. We\xe2\x80\x99re looking forward to helping you grow.

Dream Unlimited is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process.

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