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Vice President, Commercial Mortgage Loan Funding
Toronto, ON (hybrid)
Competitive, commensurate with experience

Are you a seasoned professional in commercial mortgage funding with a proven track record of success? Are you ready to step into a leadership role where you’ll drive operational excellence and foster key relationships? We’re seeking a Vice President of Commercial Loan Funding to join a high-performing team in Toronto.

Why This Opportunity?

  • Be a pivotal leader in a thriving organization.
  • Work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with growth potential.
  • Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including robust benefits and professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the commercial mortgage loan funding operations, ensuring timely and accurate execution of funding processes.
  • Hire, train and manage a high-performing team, providing guidance, mentorship, and training to drive exceptional performance.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with institutional and private investors, ensuring confidence in funding processes and outcomes.
  • Collaborate with underwriting, origination, credit and portfolio management teams to ensure seamless deal execution and adherence to service standards.
  • Monitor and refine funding workflows and quality control measures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for complex funding issues, resolving them with speed and precision.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, competitive practices, and market conditions to inform strategic decisions.

What You’ll Bring:

  • A minimum of 8+ years of experience in commercial mortgage lending or funding, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • A post-secondary degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of commercial real estate lending, funding processes, and risk management.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • MBA or CFA designation is an asset but not required.

What Success Looks Like:
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a natural leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. You’re passionate about delivering exceptional results, building high-performing teams, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to elevate your career and make an impact in the world of commercial mortgage funding, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your resume to [email protected].

 

Senior Property Accountant
Located Downtown Toronto (in office role)
Salary between $90k – $100k plus discretionary bonus and benefits

Our client, a multifamily asset management firm, is looking for a Senior Property Accountant to join their team. The firm has an expanding portfolio of over $700 million in AUM and the overall role for this candidate will be to manage the day-to-day financial operations of a portfolio of residential properties.  

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the residential multifamily property portfolio.
  • Accurately record all financial transactions, including rent collections, operating expenses, and
  • capital expenditures, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
  • Monitor and reconcile bank accounts, balance sheets, and general ledgers for assigned
  • properties.
  • Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analysis and actionable insights
  • into financial performance.
  • Prepare and review detailed financial reports, including property-level profit and loss
  • statements, cash flow projections, and budget comparisons.
  • Coordinate the preparation and submission of year-end working papers for external auditors,
  • responding to audit queries in a timely manner.
  • Evaluate financial performance, identifying opportunities for optimization to improve
  • profitability and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate closely with property managers, asset managers, and senior leadership to align
  • financial strategies with operational goals.
  • Mentor and guide junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work
  • environment.
  • Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as assigned by senior leadership.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • CPA designation or working towards a CPA is preferred.
  • Proficiency in accounting software such as Yardi, MRI, or similar property management systems.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and Canadian GAAP accounting principles.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, analytical capabilities, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Bilingual skills (French and English) would be an asset.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please email your resume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted. 

VP of Mortgage Origination
Calgary, Alberta – remote
$400,000-$600,000 (base + bonus) plus excellent benefits

Are you an experienced commercial real estate professional with a passion for structuring innovative mortgage solutions? We are looking for a VP of Mortgage Origination to join a high-performing team in Western Canada. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing portfolio of mortgage investments while leveraging your deep knowledge of real estate markets across Canada.

We are seeking a Vice President, Origination to lead and grow relationships with real estate developers, property owners, and key stakeholders across Alberta and British Columbia. This critical role will drive business development, enhance market presence, and advance strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing/Strategic Planning:

  • Collaborate with senior executives to refine the brand strategy and increase market visibility.
  • Develop plans to meet business goals and identify opportunities in existing and new markets.
  • Promote brand awareness through business development initiatives (e.g., events, thought leadership).

Relationship Management:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and lending partners, understanding their risk appetites and needs.
  • Mentor junior originators and provide guidance to the Origination Team.
  • Monitor project progress, ensuring processes align with objectives.

Mortgage Origination:

  • Originate and adjudicate transactions for a range of mortgage products, including land loans, construction loans, bridge loans, and term loans.
  • Partner with lending teams to negotiate terms and provide detailed transaction feedback.
  • Stay informed on market trends, client needs, and competitor offerings.

Deal Management and Funding:

  • Oversee due diligence with the Mortgage Investments Analyst(s) and structure transactions to present to Investment Committees.
  • Negotiate and secure commitments through Letters of Intent and term sheets.
  • Support funding processes, ensuring clear communication with investors and lending partners.

Requirements:

  • 8+ years in loan origination with strong relationships in Alberta and British Columbia.
  • Extensive experience in credit adjudication, underwriting, and commercial real estate finance.
  • Proven track record of successfully originating deals in the $15M+ range.
  • Strong sales, marketing, and relationship-building skills.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Senior Analyst – Acquisitions and Asset Management
Toronto, Ontario (3 days per week in office)
$100,000-$120,000 base plus 20% bonus

With this company being one of the fastest growing real estate companies in the GTA/Toronto, you will get experience and insight into the multifaceted operations and execution of high-profile real estate development projects and income-producing property portfolios. The company is looking to add a new person as a Senior Analyst or Associate of Acquisitions / Asset Management.

You will be responsible for the day to day duties of managing real estate models, acquisitions, monitoring project performance, planning/analyzing budgets, asset management, presentations, corporate analysis and identifying investment opportunities. If this new position sounds like a fit for you, do not hesitate to apply.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct due diligence and feasibility studies to analyze acquisitions
  • Technical analysis and ensure proper accounting for acquisitions and deal disposition
  • Underwrite new development deals and create intricate proforma budgets
  • Conduct project budget review with focus on actual vs budget proformas monthly to meet company and project objectives
  • Analyze project cash flows and prepare sensitivity analysis to study impacts on overall project
  • Prepare equity and investment IRR waterfall analysis to ensure KPI’s are met
  • Continuously Monitor and update all project proformas, cashflows and IRR models in conjunction with project accountants, controller, and CFO
  • Create monthly project financial reports to present to LP partners, CEO, CFO and COO.
  • Participate, collaborate and give recommendations on projects and identify efficiencies for continuous improvements
  • Assist with execution of development portfolio strategy related to investments and supporting executive team on execution of transactional activity

Requirements:

  • Must have at least two (2) or more years’ experience in financial/investment analysis in real estate
  • Completed a university degree
  • Are analytical and have ability to produce analysis in appropriate language and style
  • Possess excellent communication (both written and verbal) and presentation skills
  • Have strong process management/improvement skills with a mindset for continuous improvement
  • Have ability to manage your time, with strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks within a demanding environment
  • Are proficient in Microsoft Office suite some modeling software (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now or email your resume in confidence to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

Vice President, Real Estate Development Finance
Oakville, ON – Hybrid
$200,000 – $300,000 base plus generous bonus

Are you an ambitious real estate development professional with a strong background in real estate private equity? Do you thrive on strategic financial analysis and have a proven ability to oversee complex portfolios with a focus on high-rise developments? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’ll drive performance and maximize returns across a dynamic portfolio.

As the Vice President, you will be responsible for managing multiple private equity real estate portfolios, primarily focused on transit-oriented urban high-rise developments. This role requires a proactive leader who can develop robust business plans, oversee portfolio performance, and communicate effectively with investors.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute strategic business plans to maximize investment returns and mitigate risks.
  • Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities impacting urban high-rise developments.
  • Oversee portfolio financial models, including cash flow projections, valuations, and sensitivity analyses.
  • Monitor KPIs and benchmark performance against industry standards.
  • Evaluate new investment opportunities and provide insightful recommendations.
  • Lead the asset management team in forecasting, reporting, and day-to-day operations.
  • Collaborate with Development Managers to assess progress and address challenges.
  • Recommend capital structure strategies and oversee asset-level financing.
  • Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with development objectives.
  • Prepare comprehensive reporting packages for investors and stakeholders.
  • Deliver clear, professional, and transparent updates to build long-term trust.
  • Respond to investor inquiries with insights into portfolio strategies and outcomes.
  • Ensure adherence to all legal, regulatory, and financial requirements.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with portfolio assets.
  • Maintain meticulous documentation for all portfolio activities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, real estate, business, or a related field; MBA, CFA, or CPA designation preferred.
  • 7–10 years of experience in asset management or real estate private equity, with a focus on high-rise developments.
  • Expertise in financial modeling and portfolio management tools.
  • Strong understanding of market trends and urban development dynamics.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now by sending your reume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Director of Mortgage Origination
Calgary, Alberta – hybrid
$300,000-$600,000 (base + bonus) plus excellent benefits

Are you an experienced commercial real estate professional with a passion for structuring innovative mortgage solutions? We are looking for a Director of Mortgage Origination to join a high-performing team in Western Canada. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing portfolio of mortgage investments while leveraging your deep knowledge of real estate markets across Canada.

As a Director, your focus will be to identify, structure, and manage mortgage investment opportunities. You’ll work closely with brokers, developers, and lenders to build a robust pipeline while overseeing detailed analysis and presenting opportunities to an investment committee.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of mortgage investment opportunities aligned with the company’s objectives.
  • Develop and nurture relationships with industry stakeholders, including brokers, developers, and service providers.
  • Conduct preliminary reviews, site visits, and due diligence for potential investments.
  • Recommend deal structures, negotiate term sheets, and lead the preparation of investment proposals.
  • Present and advocate for investment opportunities at committee meetings.
  • Collaborate with underwriting teams to structure and close transactions while adhering to policies.
  • Represent the organization at industry events and conferences to strengthen market presence.
  • Act as a resource to identify and refer opportunities across various product lines within the organization.

What You Bring

  • 7-10 years of experience in commercial real estate, ideally in an origination or similar role.
  • A university degree in business or a related field.
  • Expertise in real estate investment analysis, financial structuring, and transactional risk management.
  • Strong negotiation, critical thinking, and communication skills.
  • Familiarity with complex lending agreements and the ability to navigate financial and contractual challenges.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now by sending your resume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted. 

Director – Third Party Vendor Management 
Downtown Toronto (Hybrid)
$190,000 – $210,000 (plus benefits)

This massive organization based in Downtown Toronto is seeking a charismatic Director to work on all 3rd party vendor issues, contract negotiations and vendor performance.  This is in a project environment where results matter and vendors need to perform. 

The ideal candidate will come from a Procurement, Sourcing, Vendor or Contracts Management background from either the Public or Private Sector.  Stakeholder and Vendor communication is vital, so you must have a strength in building trust and rapport.  You must also be a strong leader, to manage the team working under you.

This large organisation offers great opportunities for growth and development.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 10+ years’ Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management or Contract Management experience
  • 4+ years’ Management experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Excellent relationship building skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

 

Associate – Real Estate Development
Downtown Toronto – hybrid (Fridays from home)
$100,000-$110,000 base plus 10% bonus and a lucrative profit-sharing piece

Our client is a growth-oriented real estate development firm in downtown Toronto. The company is adding this brand-new position to the team where you will own the proformas for 10+ mid- and high-rise projects in the GTA. Post acquisition, the project will move to your division and you will have full financial responsibility for a number of interesting projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Take charge of development models and proformas for ongoing real estate projects, ensuring proactive management from acquisition to project completion to mitigate risks and maximize returns.
  • Oversee monthly updates on proformas, equity requirements, property tax payments, loan renewals, and insurance expirations.
  • Run various proforma scenarios to evaluate different project outcomes (e.g., sales launch date, additional height, unit mix) and determine the best approach.
  • Provide regular updates to the investment committee on project budgets, incorporating feedback from finance, construction, development, sales, and consultants.
  • Participate in critical decision-making and project management meetings throughout the entire development cycle (planning, design, sales, permits, construction, and delivery phases).
  • Review and assess legal documents (e.g., LOI, DM Agreements, JV Agreements, loan documents, fee proposals) and ensure financial models accurately reflect the agreements.
  • Monitor market conditions to identify opportunities to maximize returns or mitigate risks.
  • Manage the forecasting process, ensuring financial models remain aligned with market realities and departmental input.
  • Critically analyze progress draw reports.
  • Consolidate and organize project information, including financial summaries, for quarterly or monthly investor reporting.
  • Maintain high financial modeling standards, focusing on prudent leverage and minimizing exposure to risks.
  • Identify and address project risks (e.g., budget overruns) and provide operational insights to resolve issues.
  • Mentor and support the Senior Analyst.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience with real estate finance, development or project management
  • Experience conducting asset management and financial analysis for development projects using advanced models in MS-Excel
  • Experience developing and maintaining budgets, project proformas, cash flow projections and financial reports
  • Strong understanding of development financing (typical financing structures at various stages of development) and land economics.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply now by sending your resume to [email protected]. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for interview will be contacted.

 Vice President Capital Markets  – Capital Raising
Toronto, ON – downtown hybrid
Competitive compensation made up of base plus bonus

Our client is a growth-oriented, Toronto based real estate investment firm primarily focused on multi-residential development in the Greater Toronto Area.

The VP of Capital Markets is a newly created role and will be an important role in the Company’s platform growth including fund raising, corporate development and product development. This is a broad role with significant responsibility, well suited to an individual with significant fund raising and client management experience, now looking to apply it in a hands-on, entrepreneurial and platform building environment. The company is seeking an individual who can leverage their pre-existing institutional and private client relationships to lead the capital raising initiatives.

With established expertise in capital raising and investment structuring, the incoming VP of Capital Markets will be an instrumental figure in establishing fundraising channels for the various investment mandates being undertaken by our client. The key area that you will be focused on will be HNW and family offices. The company has a great track record with an existing investor pool, but will like this person to join and help grow the investor base.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and current investors, with a focus on HNW and Family Office segments.
  • Maintain technical knowledge of the company’s offerings to provide the best solutions for investors.
  • Clearly communicate the offerings and assist investors with due diligence questions and investor subscription process, where appropriate from a legal and regulatory perspective.
  • Use CRM software to track business development efforts and progress achieved.
  • Assist in marketing efforts such as creating investor presentations, webinars, and educational materials.
  • Assist in structuring and successfully launching new investment mandates for the investors.
  • Establish, maintain, and engage with industry relationships including advisors, lenders, brokers, legal counsel, and accountants.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 7+ years of investment sales experience, with a proven track record in developing and growing Assets Under Management.
  • Intimate understanding of financial products that serve the interests of institutional and high-net-worth investors.
  • Experience in raising capital from family offices, UHNW individuals and HNW families or institutional avenues.
  • A self-starter who can manage individual responsibilities and maintain overall awareness of management priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.

Our client is passionate about investing, community building, and the collective success of the team and their partners. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience. Please apply now if you are interested. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Global Procurement Manager – Software 
Downtown Toronto (Office Based)
$120,000 – $130,000 (plus bonus benefits)

This massive Canadian Blue Chip company is seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to work on their IT and Software Category, with a spend of over $1bn across the team.  This is an individual contributor role that requires a strategic, consultative Procurement professional. 

Due to size of the organization, the size and scope of work is second to none.  With their lean, strategic approach, this is an extremely diverse role.  There will also be great opportunities for career development.  

If you are an IT Sourcing Professional looking for a new role with a massive, dynamic company, this could be opportunity for you. 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 5+ years’ Procurement experience
  • Software Category experience
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Excellent relationship building skills

If you would like to find out more about the role, please email Neil Drew ([email protected]) with your resume. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants, only those individuals chosen for an interview will be contacted. To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.