THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director- Real Estate Investments (the “Director”) is responsible for the sourcing and execution of property acquisitions, dispositions, and developments. Also required to assist with the execution of asset management strategies.
Strong relationship building skills to deal with a variety of stakeholders including internal subject matter experts and seniors executives as well as external property owners, developers, joint venture partners, commercial real estate brokers, appraisers, legal and other consultants. Well-versed and experienced with valuations models, financial pro-forma analysis, third party environmental/structural/development/ appraisal/ and feasibility reports. Excellent presentation skills.
The Director will be responsible for the preparation of regular and deal specific reports and submissions to Chartwell’s senior executives, Investment Committee and Board of Directors.
Key Activities Strategy:
Contribute to Chartwell’s strategic growth across Canada by developing strategies to acquire existing senior housing residences and participate in new developments with partners. Improve portfolio quality and metrics by disposing older non-core underperforming properties or by adding value via repositioning, renovation and/or expansion.

EXPERIENCE:

5 to 8-years experience in Commercial Real Estate in the following areas:

• Real estate underwriting
• Financial analysis
• Valuations
• Relationship management
• Acquisitions
• Dispositions
• Development
• Asset management
• Financing

Experience in seniors housing considered an asset, but not a requirement.

EDUCATION:

MBA and/or Professional designation in finance (CFA, CPA, CBV or equivalent) considered an asset, but not a requirement.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Clear grasp of real estate valuation and financial analysis methodologies
• Persuasive communicator and negotiator
• High EQ
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Strong time management
• The ability to communicate and adhere to Chartwell’s vision, values and mission;

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Criminal Records Check

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