Analyst, Real Estate

at  Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan HOOPP

Why you’ll love working here:

• high-performance, people-focused culture
• our commitment that equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves
• learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth
• membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security
• competitive, 100% company-paid extended health and dental benefits for permanent employees, including coverage supporting our team’s diversity and mental health (e.g., gender affirmation, fertility and drug treatment, psychological support benefits of $2,500 per year, and newly extended maternity/parental leave top of 26 weeks)
• optional post-retirement health and dental benefits subsidized at 50%
• yoga classes, meditation workshops, nutritional consultations, and wellness seminars
• access to an annual wellness reimbursement program for health and wellness-related expenses for permanent and temporary employees
• the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

HOOPP Real Estate manages the HOOPP pension fund’s real estate investments valued at approximately $21 billion in gross assets and owns over 55 million square feet of office, retail, industrial, multi-residential and alternative asset class properties in approximately 260 locations in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Europe and Asia. We are a team of 26 dynamic investment professionals working in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment who pride themselves on the adept management of a complex portfolio, the diligent execution of innovative investments, and providing consistent competitive long-term risk-adjusted returns. With a strong focus on maintaining a stable portfolio of core assets, we also have a committed development pipeline of over $5 billion. HOOPP has a strong commitment to diversity & inclusion, sustainability and fighting climate change through our award-winning ESG program.
We look for talented individuals to join our growing organization and share our passion for striving for excellence while delivering on the pension promise. If you have an interest in Real Estate, Financial acumen, and are result driven, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with us.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Principal, the Analyst will be part of the HOOPP Real Estate Investment Management team which is responsible for all HOOPP Real Estate investments globally including acquisitions, dispositions, portfolio and asset management, developments and debt. The Analyst will be responsible for assisting the Real Estate Investment team with its activities across North America.

What you will do:

• Evaluate and analyze potential investments, developments, dispositions, partnerships (including joint ventures, club deals and funds), as well as tax and financial structures using Excel, Argus and various other modeling tools.
• Assist in the due diligence process and preparation of investment reports and presentation materials.
• Conduct detailed macro and micro market research on existing or new sectors and markets.
• Monitor and forecast portfolio performance and risk metrics to assist the team in making portfolio management decisions.
• Support the team in various portfolio and asset management analysis, including underwriting owned assets, lease analysis, disposition analysis and redevelopment analysis.
• Monitor new trends in the industry and assess potential impacts on the real estate portfolio.
• Liaise with finance staff on issues related to financial accounting and reporting on real estate investments.
• Other analysis and projects, as required.
• Attend real estate functions, conferences and property tours.

What you bring:

• Very well-developed Excel modelling capabilities.
• Minimum academic requirements of an undergraduate degree, preferably in business, real estate, finance, planning or a related discipline.
• To carry out the job successfully the incumbent should have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in the commercial real estate industry with a focus on investment, development or asset management.
• Strong analytical skills and results oriented.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness is very important along with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Argus experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction as well as part of a team.
• Positive and collaborative attitude.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills, together with excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to produce effective reports.
• History of demonstrating HOOPP’s values: Professional, Accountable, Collaborative, Compassionate, and Trustworthy.

• Evaluate and analyze potential investments, developments, dispositions, partnerships (including joint ventures, club deals and funds), as well as tax and financial structures using Excel, Argus and various other modeling tools.
• Assist in the due diligence process and preparation of investment reports and presentation materials.
• Conduct detailed macro and micro market research on existing or new sectors and markets.
• Monitor and forecast portfolio performance and risk metrics to assist the team in making portfolio management decisions.
• Support the team in various portfolio and asset management analysis, including underwriting owned assets, lease analysis, disposition analysis and redevelopment analysis.
• Monitor new trends in the industry and assess potential impacts on the real estate portfolio.
• Liaise with finance staff on issues related to financial accounting and reporting on real estate investments.
• Other analysis and projects, as required.
• Attend real estate functions, conferences and property tours