Associate, Investments

Why join us?

Are you looking to join an innovative, global real estate company who builds communities and connects people to exceptional places? If so, we would love to tell you our story.

At Oxford, our culture is truly one of a kind. Across business lines and around the world, we embrace the complex and tackle opportunities with speed and agility. We are ambitious and humble, forward looking and service-focused. We get stuff done, and have fun doing it! We take great pride in contributing to the communities where we live. We believe that what is good for the environment is good for business. Together we deliver exceptional experiences to our over 2 million daily customers.

Oxford Properties Group is seeking an Associate to join its Investments team in the Toronto office. The Associate will have responsibilities in underwriting, executing and closing new equity and debt transactions, as well as participate in real estate private equity transactions such as platform / portfolio acquisitions, dispositions and recapitalizations. Leadership in mentoring and training the analyst pool will also be a key responsibility. The Associate will receive broad exposure across asset classes, and work closely with internal teams including leasing, development, real estate finance and asset management.

Responsibilities

As a member of the Investments team, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Underwrite equity and debt investment and divestment opportunities across asset classes and capital structures
• Prepare and review various financial analyses, including cash flow projections, valuation and development models, sensitivity analyses, lease calculations, and budget analyses
• Lead and develop the analyst pool, providing guidance and support through due diligence during transaction execution and reaffirming financial assumptions
• Conduct market and property-level due diligence including the coordination of site tours/broker meetings, review of property level financials, rent rolls, third-party reports and preparation of sales/leasing comps
• Lead in preparing for disposition processes, including coordination with other departments in developing the data room and assembling the required analysis and materials, and engage with external parties (e.g. JV partners, advisors, lenders etc.)
• Support the Associate Director/Director/VP/SVP on executions, both internally (coordination with internal team, approval memos and presentations, etc.) and externally (e.g. liaising with advisors, acquisition due diligence, lenders, preparing disposition marketing materials, lender packages, etc.)
• Participate in the valuation of Oxford's existing equity / debt investments and other ad-hoc asset management projects such as analyzing new lease proposals, monitoring asset performance / loan activities and assisting potential disposition decision making
• Prepare presentations for Oxford's investment committee and investment partners for the review/approval of new transaction opportunities and strategic initiatives.
• Assist in strategic planning processes, including researching into new asset class / market expansions

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in Real Estate Brokerage, Real Estate Private Equity or Investment Banking
• Prior experience in commercial real estate required
• Strong research, financial modelling, analytical and valuation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.); experience in ARGUS Enterprise required
• High level understanding of key PSA, JV and financing terms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on writing / presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Team player and embraces a collaborative work environment

Our story:

Oxford Properties Group ("Oxford") is a leading global real estate investor, asset manager and business builder. It builds, buys, and grows defined real estate operating business with world-class management teams. Established in 1960, Oxford and its portfolio companies manage approximately C$87 billion of assets across four continents on behalf of their investment partners. Oxford's owned portfolio encompasses office, logistics, retail, multifamily residential, life sciences, hotels, alternatives and credit in global gateway cities and high-growth hubs. A thematic investor with a committed source of capital, Oxford invests in properties, portfolios, development sites, debt, securities, and real estate businesses across the risk-reward spectrum. Together with its portfolio companies, Oxford is one of the world's most active developers with over 80 projects currently underway globally across all major asset classes. Oxford is owned by OMERS, the Canadian defined benefit pension plan for Ontario's municipal employees.

For more information on Oxford, visit www.oxfordproperties.com

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.