Associate or Senior Associate, Transaction Real Estate, Calgary

The opportunity

EY has an established industry leading Strategy and Transactions (SaT) Practice. We help clients determine the right deal to do, and then assist them in doing the deal right.

We are a growing practice that has the resources to serve any client, anywhere in the world. With so many offerings, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a friendly, collaborative environment through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning.

We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

EY’s SaT Real Estate is one of the largest integrated real estate practices in Canada, providing strategy, valuation and transaction services to real estate owners, developers, investors, lenders and users.

Our national practice helps address complex and demanding challenges, drawing upon our knowledge, experience and insight to help clients implement their real estate strategy.

We offer a diverse service offering that includes the following :

• Strategic Advisory Services We help clients to achieve their potential from development to disposition of assets and all steps in between, including oversight, governance, highest and best use and portfolio rationalization.
• Valuation Advisory Services Our team has been involved with some of the largest and most challenging real estate valuations for the purposes of disposition, purchase price allocation of multi-billion dollar transactions, shareholder disputes, butterfly transactions, litigation and restructuring.
• Transaction Advisory Services We provide an integrated service offering that supports the client through every step of the transaction process from strategy development through to transaction execution and closing.

Objective and independent, our clients consider us to be their trusted business advisors by acting as the gateway to the full breadth of services offered by EY.

Your key responsibilities :

As an Associate / Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to work and become a leader within our SaT Real Estate specialty practice.

You will have an integral role that involves working closely with other members of the rapidly growing national team to execute a variety of real estate mandates.

• Market Analysis : Leading the synthesis of real estate market trends and emerging insights, overseeing the collection and analysis of demographic and socio-economic indicators, and ensuring the maintenance of competitive market data to drive valuations, appraisals, competitive and industry analyses, and negotiation strategies.
• Data Compilation and Analysis : Lead the compiling and analyzing relevant company and industry information from a wide array of sources.

Define market supply and demand and develop conclusions and recommendations on residential product profiling and positioning.

• Valuation Expertise : Conduct comprehensive valuations of various real estate developments, assets and portfolios, supporting diverse engagements including core valuations / appraisals, transactions, litigation and due diligence.
• Market Monitoring : Taking the lead in continuously reviewing trends in the Canadian real estate market, providing timely insights to inform strategic decision-making.
• Capital Source and Financing : Utilize your understanding of capital markets and financing structure to support strategic initiatives.

Identify potential sources of capital and assist in accessing financing to support real estate projects and transactions.

• Strategic Planning : Taking charge of contributing to the development of real estate strategies and portfolio plans for our diverse clientele across the public and private sectors.
• Financial Modeling : Spearheading the creation and maintenance of robust financial models such as development pro forma and project feasibility and market opportunity assessments.
• Presentation and Client Deliverables : Take an active role in the preparation and delivery of internal and external presentations to effectively communicate findings and recommendations.
• Business Development : Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives nationwide to expand our client base and market presence, including the preparation of proposals, pitches and other pre-engagement activities.

We are interested in candidates who have :

• Experience : 5 to 8 years of relevant real estate experience ( in a development, investment, valuations, brokerage or advisory capacity).
• Educational Background : Undergraduate degree, preferably in real estate, finance, or accounting.
• Analytical & Data Interpretation Skills : Demonstrated strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data effectively.

Proficient in critical thinking and business writing.

• Technical Skills : Working knowledge of Argus, CoStar and Altus databases, strong proficiency in Excel, and advanced financial modeling capabilities.
• Coaching : Experience in coaching junior team members and provide mentorship to foster their professional growth and development.
• Communication Skills : Effective written and oral communication skills to convey complex insights clearly and persuasively.

Proven track record of interfacing with client management and executives, fostering strong rapport and understanding.

• Proposal writing and client delivery : Experience in formulating proposals and facilitating client meetings and discussions.
• Project Management : Strong project management and multitasking abilities to manage diverse valuation projects simultaneously.

Ability to systematically handle a heavy workload and consistently meet stringent deadlines.

• Detail oriented : Exhibiting meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of assignments and the relevance of research conducted.
• Deadline driven readiness to periodically work irregular or extended hours, as necessary to fulfill deliverable deadlines.
• Team Player : Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment, collaborating effectively to achieve common goals.

The successful candidate for this position will have strong written and verbal communication / presentation skills, superior analytical skills, demonstrated project and / or people management skills and have been recognized for their participatory attitude and high levels of creative energy and enthusiasm.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities.

It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.

In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future.

Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer :

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world.

That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better.

Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging.

We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advocating for the 2SLGBT+ community, promoting our Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous people (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation.

Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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