Associate, Canada Research

Green Street; Toronto; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in real estate analytics seeks an Associate to join its research team in Canada. This fully remote position involves financial modeling, research, and the opportunity to build a career in real estate. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and communication skills, a relevant degree, and some experience in financial research. The role offers a performance bonus and benefits, focusing on a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in financial/economic research.
• Progress towards CFA designation is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee detailed financial models and databases.
• Analyze diverse data to form a cohesive real estate outlook.
• Develop relationships with REIT management teams and investors.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Financial Modeling

Research Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Green Street seeks highly motivated candidates with relevant work experience and superior academic credentials to join its research team in Canada. We are currently recruiting for an Associate to build coverage of the Canadian REIT universe as well as provide detailed data and analytics on real estate dynamics for the major real estate markets in Canada. Green Street offers the unique opportunity to build a career in real estate and equity research as part of an entrepreneurial venture within Canada. The Canadian team will be fully integrated within Green Street’s global research team and report to the Director of Research based in the United States.This position is fully remote, with a location preference for either Toronto or Montreal.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and/or oversee detailed financial models/valuation, projections, and databases
• Apply sound understanding and use of finance and valuation techniques
• Value a number of REITs using a combination of quantitative and qualitative analyses
• Become an expert on covered companies and major real estate markets in Canada
• Support the Canadian Head in understanding the implications and impact of news events and economic forces on specific companies, sectors, and assets
• Prepare and publish market-focused reports. Write sector Quick Takes and first draft of some research reports in support of the Canadian Head
• Voice opinions on investment recommendations
• Develop relationships with REIT management teams and institutional investors to share perspective on industry and covered companies
• Develop relationships with private market investors and other contacts
• Organize, and analyze real estate information on markets and submarkets throughout Canada
• Closely follow and understand real estate market activity and the impact of news events on specific sectors, markets, and assets
• Analyze diverse data from disparate sources to form a cohesive real estate outlook
• Demonstrate resourcefulness by seeking out new and creative sources of information
• Must enjoy problem solving and have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Some travel to Investor Days, conferences and property tours required
• Ad-hoc and administrative tasks as needed

Candidate Profile

In addition to a strong work ethic and motivation to learn, the Associate position requires the following skills: meticulous attention to detail, strong financial modeling, valuation skills and research skills, developing communication (both written and verbal) skills, a high level of organization, creativity, intellectual curiosity, resourcefulness, and an ability to work independently and multi-task. Strong analytical skills and a background in finance are required. The ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher with high distinction in finance, accounting, real estate, economics, or a related field from a well-recognized school
• 0-3 years of experience in conducting financial/economic research, publicly traded real estate securities, general securities, and capital markets
• Progress towards the CFA designation is encouraged
• Strong working knowledge of financial statements and Microsoft Excel
• The ability to multi-task effectively while maintaining accuracy
• Proficiency in English; working knowledge of French is an asset

Compensation, Benefits and Work Authorization

In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements). Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.

Green Street will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Company Overview and EEOC/Diversity

Green Street is a forward-thinking real assets company at the forefront of transforming the commercial real estate market with cutting-edge predictive analytics, data-driven insights, and actionable intelligence. With over 40 years of expertise, Green Street empowers investors, lenders, banks, and industry stakeholders across the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia to make optimized investment and strategic decisions. To learn more, please visit www.greenstreet.com.

The success of Green Street is directly attributable to the strength of our people. A diverse and inclusive work environment where top talent can thrive, think freely and offer different perspectives makes our insights even stronger. We’re building a company culture where differences are celebrated and valued.

Green Street is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Green Street does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Incentive Performance Bonus

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