Manager, Investments (Acquisitions)

About Pier 4

At Pier 4 we're not just hiring we're building something great! We are looking for individuals who want to be part of our exciting journey. Pier 4 REIT is a Real Estate Investment Trust focused on acquisition of multi‐family residential properties. The Trust’s portfolio currently spreads across three provinces and is driven by a passion for real estate, compounded with years of industry experience. We have been recognized by the Globe & Mail Report on Business as one o f Canada’s Top Growing Companies in 2024 & 20 2

We offer a total compensation and benefits package to help with your needs today and build for your future. Pier 4 values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity. At Pier 4, success is about more than having a healthy bottom line, and we are committed to making Pier 4 an amazing and unique place to work for each member of our team. We are a certifi ed Great Place to Wo

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Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Manager, Investments (Acquisiti ons) is accountable for providing, financial/sensitivity analysis, professionally completing all underwriting, analysis, due diligence related efforts, structuring of debt and equity for each acquisition, disposition and refinancing activity. Complete in-depth financial analysis and research on potential investments, using financial modeling to evaluate each lead against established criteria and providing recommendations, prepare investment due diligence reports and overseeing performance of assets under manage

ment.

Supporting the CFO in identifying and recommending a diversified portfolio of investments to create value and asset appreciation for our investors. Pursue organic growth opportunities and ensure there is an active pipeline of new investment opportunities. Building and nurturing relationships across Canada with brokers, principals, originators and other real estate professionals for purchases, and possible divesti

tures.

The Manager Investments will build and lead a team of Analysts. Coaching and providing career development while being an ambassador of the Pier 4 culture anchored in Professionalism, Integrity, Excellence and R

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Key Responsi**

• bilities

  Oversee all underwriting, analysis, due diligence related efforts, structuring of debt and equity for each acquisition, disposition, and

• refinancePrepare high-quality financing presentation and confidential information memorandums (CIM’s) and participate in delivering lending pres

• entationsDetailed review of monthly reporting packages for properties within the asset portfolio, ensuring these are complete, accurate, and reflect appropriate commentary o

• n resultsCoordinate activities with third-parties related to acquisitions, dispositions, and financing (i.e., maintaining pipeline, transaction/opportunity summaries, rent analysis, zoning review and assessment of environment risk and building co

• nditions)Complete in-depth financial analysis and research on potential investments, using financial modeling to evaluate each lead against established criteria and providing recommendations based on

• findingsIdentifying and recommending investment p

• ropertiesBuilding and nurturing relationships across Canada with brokers, principals, originators and other real estate prof

• essionalsConduct on-site property level due diligence both during initial acquisition, with third party companies and continued support,

• as neededPresent on a weekly and monthly basis investment opportunities, debt restructuring initiatives, and asset performance to executive m

• anagementCreate and manage complex financial models to support forecasts and facilitate decisi

• on makingEnsure staff members are achieving desired service levels and taking corrective action,

• as neededFoster a work environment that values people and encourages participation, creativity, learning and accou

• ntabilityEnsure employees are equipped with the knowledge, training, experience, tools and technology needed to achieve the required busines

• s resultsHiring, training, coaching, and leading the Anal

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• quirementsVery strong analytical skills with the ability to effectively evaluate, summarize and rationalize large amounts of information while maintaining a high degree of organization, accuracy, and quality control i
• n the workStrong written and verbal communicat
• ion skillsAbility to build complex financial models in Microsoft Excel and regularly maintain and update with data and
• analyticsAbility to meet tight deadlines without compromisin
• g accuracyAbility to contribute as a team member to executive management and exp
• ress ideasAbility to manage a well-functioning team during times of high volume or
• intensityWorking knowledge of all processes related to acquisition of a multi-family asset or mortgage
• refinanceAbility to travel with personal vehicle to properties for site visits during due dilige
• nce periodSound coaching and performance managem
• ent skillsCommitment to ongoing personal and professional d

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Education**

• /ExperienceCompletion of a post-secondary degree in finance, accounting, or economics (completion of graduate studies are considere
• d an asset)Completion or pursuit of a professional designation (i.e., CFA,
• CPA, AACI)5 – 7 years related experience in Real Estate and Financi
• al ServicesExperience leading a team

of analysts