Analyst, Real Estate Asset Management

About Firm Capital Organization

Firm Capital Organization is a boutique alternative private equity real estate firm established in 1988. The company invests proprietary capital alongside various capital pools, private and public equity funds, and strategic partners. Investments are made opportunistically in debt and equity across private and public real estate sectors. Publicly traded entities include the Firm Capital Mortgage Investment Corporation (TSX: FC), Firm Capital Property Trust (TSX: FCD.UN), and Firm Capital Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (TSXV: FCA.U.V). This environment caters to professionals passionate about real estate investment and asset management.

Role Overview

The Real Estate Asset Management Analyst will work full-time on-site in Toronto, Ontario. The role involves supporting active management of real estate assets by monitoring property performance, producing regular asset and portfolio reports, as well as assisting with valuations and financial modeling. The analyst will conduct market and property research, evaluate investment performance, and aid decision-making for acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing, and capital expenditure planning. Daily duties include coordinating with internal teams and external partners, upkeeping precise asset data, supporting due diligence processes, and contributing to strategies that enhance asset value and reduce risk. Preparation of presentations and conveying key analysis to senior management is also included.

Responsibilities

• Analyze acquisitions and asset management initiatives.
• Support senior analysts by conducting analyses and preparing investment and acquisition materials.
• Assist in preparing comprehensive quarterly and monthly reports and any other executive management requests.
• Develop and maintain financial models related to asset management and investments.
• Organize and coordinate due diligence and underwriting documentation.
• Perform real estate market research including tracking deal flow and maintaining market data.
• Evaluate Firm Capital's real estate portfolio operational performance against industry benchmarks.
• Support preparation of investment memorandums, board memos, pitch decks, marketing materials, and additional management reports.
• Fulfill additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• 2 to 3 years of experience in multi-residential asset management, property management, or real estate finance/banking within Canada or the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Commerce, or Real Estate is mandatory.
• Understanding of fundamental accounting principles relevant to rental revenue, leasing, building expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with capability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a larger team.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Professional certifications or progression towards CFA, CPA, or real estate-focused credentials are advantageous.

What the Company Offers

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to manage an acquisition independently within six months, supported with requisite training and tools.
• Comprehensive exposure to the full real estate ownership lifecycle encompassing sourcing, negotiation, underwriting, onboarding, financing, asset management, and operation of diverse asset classes including multi-family, manufactured housing, industrial, retail, and single-family properties.
• Supportive, energetic, and accessible investment team focused on professional growth.
• Career advancement prospects as the firm expands.
• In-house chef providing weekly staff lunches.
• Fully equipped kitchen with complimentary beverages and snacks.
• Vibrant social committee organizing team-building activities and regular socials.
• Free parking facilities available on-site.