Chief Executive Officer

Taylor Ryan Executive Search Partners; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A private family-owned real estate enterprise in Vancouver seeks a Chief Executive Officer to lead strategic growth and manage acquisitions. The successful candidate will have a strong background in real estate transactions, particularly in the Vancouver area, and will ensure financial oversight while driving long-term value. This flexible role requires a seasoned executive committed to sustainable growth and development.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead strategic growth and oversee acquisitions.
• Strong record in managing high-level financial oversight.
• Experience with disciplined, cash-flow-oriented growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic growth and acquisitions for the enterprise.
• Provide financial oversight and governance to the Board.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced internal team.

Skills

Deep relationships in the Vancouver and British Columbia market

Strong command of financial, tax, and cross-border considerations

Experience executing real estate transactions

Job description

Taylor Ryan has been retained by a private, family owned real estate enterprise to appoint its next Chief Executive Officer. The Company, which operates in close proximity to the Family Office, is entering a generational succession in which stewardship is transitioning from the second to the third generation.

The enterprise holds a diversified North American portfolio spanning residential, commercial and industrial rental properties, related real estate and portfolio investments in Canada as well as additional majority interests in mixed-use office and industrial assets in the U.S. Sunbelt. Guided by a long-term vision to sustainably grow holdings for future generations, the focus is on disciplined, cash-flow-oriented growth and thoughtful deployment of capital.

Reporting to the Board, the CEO will lead strategic growth— with a specific focus on sourcing and executing acquisitions, evaluating selective dispositions, and overseeing rigorous due diligence to ensure “the right asset in the right place.” They will provide high-level financial oversight, consolidation, and governance while leveraging an experienced internal team that manages day-to-day property operations and finance. The role is structured as a flexible, approximately three-day-per-week commitment, enabling focused relationship building and strategic execution.

We seek a seasoned real estate executive with deep relationships in the Vancouver and British Columbia market, a track record executing real estate transactions with strong command of financial, tax, and cross-border considerations. The successful candidate will be a trusted steward for the family, driving growth in cash flows and long-term value for future generations.