Senior Associate, Real Estate

CPP Investments; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 185,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

CPP Investments, a leading global institutional investor, seeks a Senior Associate, Real Estate to lead investment research, diligence and portfolio management in its real estate unit.

You will independently drive value creation, develop complex financial models, evaluate opportunities and coordinate with internal and external partners to execute transactions and monitor assets across geographies. Strong communication and deal experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field.
• CFA designation is an asset.
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong research, analytical, financial modeling, valuation and problem solving skills.
• Experience in deal environments including diligence and structuring of acquisitions, financing, or asset management.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead research, analysis and evaluation of investment opportunities.
• Develop sophisticated dynamic financial models to analyze investments.
• Oversee preparation of analytical investment reviews and recommendations.
• Assist in presenting investment recommendations to the Investment Committee and Board.
• Assist in development, implementation and monitoring of existing portfolios.
• Manage and guide junior team members and contribute to departmental initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Research

Analytical

Problem solving

Deal experience

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics

CFA designation (asset)

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

## Senior Associate, Real EstateApply: New York: Toronto: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 27, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR00842**Purpose. Performance. People.** Joining CPP Investments means joining one of the world’s most admired and respected institutional investors to drive a single mandate: to deliver strong, sustainable returns for generations of Canadians. With a long-term horizon and global reach, we deploy capital at scale across public and private markets. Our size, stability, and disciplined investment philosophy allow us to pursue complex opportunities and build enduring partnerships worldwide. For our people, this means meaningful work with tangible impact, real opportunity, and collaboration with exceptional colleagues who value partnership and performance. Here, you’ll contribute to outcomes that matter alongside team members committed to excellence and shared success. **The Role** As a Senior Associate, Real Estate you will play a key role in making and managing investments. You will independently lead workstreams including fundamental investment research, identifying value creation opportunities, developing recommendations, executing transactions, and monitoring and managing portfolio investments. You will have responsibility for managing relationships with internal and external Investments partners.**The Team** **Accountabilities*** Play an important role in the research, analysis and evaluation of a variety of investment opportunities including managing the overall evaluation process* Participate in meetings with company management teams, industry experts and analysts* Build working relationships with colleagues and leaders across the firm, alongside company management teams and investment partners* Perform due diligence on opportunities including past and projected financial performance, quality of management teams, investment merits and risks, regulatory environment, industry dynamics and other relevant factors* Lead development of sophisticated dynamic financial models to analyze investment opportunities (including testing assumptions and sensitivities)* Oversee preparation of analytical investment reviews and recommendations, including industry overviews, written investment rationales and due diligence reviews* Assist in presenting investment recommendations to the Investment Committee and Board, as required* Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of existing portfolios* Update financial models and other analytical tools to support the idea generation process and rational behind changes in investment view* Manage and guide the work of junior team members and assist departmental initiatives, processes and meetings **Qualifications*** Undergraduate degree Business, Finance, Economics or relevant field* An advanced degree or certification (CFA) is an asset* 5-7 years of relevant work experience* Strong research, analytical, financial modeling, valuation, problem solving skills and ability to think creatively* Experience working in deal environments including participation in the diligence and structuring processes related to acquisitions, financing transactions or investments, and/or asset management activities.* Experience managing successful negotiations with multiple stakeholders and executing a wide range of agreements* Advanced computer/technical skills – MS Excel, MS PowerPoint* Solid verbal and written communication skills This information for those living or expecting to live in New York City. The salary range for this position is: USD $185,000 - $260,000US state/city legislation requires CPP investments to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The base salary range shown here is a reasonable expectation for the posted role and is part of a competitive total rewards package which includes comprehensive benefits, a performance-based incentive plan, a 401 (k) plan and paid time off. Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience and expertise. You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact.**Inclusion & Accessibility**CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. **Attention: Protect Yourself from Fraud**CPP Investments is committed to a secure and transparent recruitment process. We will never ask candidates for payment or financial information at any stage of hiring. All legitimate opportunities are posted on our careers page, and communications will come from our applicant tracking system, Workday. CPP Investments may use AI tools to help screen and assess applicants by analyzing resumes and applications for relevant skills and experience. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. #LI-ONSITE