VP of Real Estate Investment

About the company

Welcome to Avenu Properties Corporation, a distinguished leader in real estate investment and management firm based in Toronto, Ontario. Our dynamic portfolio encompasses a range of assets, from residential developments to income-generating properties, reflecting our commitment to excellence in modern real estate. Explore our diverse holdings, including ongoing residential projects, prime land parcels, office and retail spaces, and other commercial ventures across the GTA. We invite you to discover the opportunities that lie within the heart of Canada's thriving real estate market, guided by our expertise and dedication to success.

In this role you will:

• Lead real estate transactions and negotiations across the Americas region, ensuring optimal terms within budget and timelines.
• Identify opportunities for portfolio rationalization, cost savings, and investment to support overall organizational objectives.
• Oversee global lease administration, cost management, planning, and reporting, ensuring compliance and alignment with business requirements.
• Act as the lead contact for M&A due diligence and integration activities related to real estate and facilities, liaising with cross-functional teams.
• Implement industry best practices to enhance real estate strategy alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and nurture relationships with stakeholders, business owners, landlords, asset managers, and suppliers to support real estate initiatives.
• Lead real estate due diligence and integration activities for mergers and acquisitions, ensuring alignment with corporate development and facilities operations.
• Manage rent verification processes for the Americas, including review and approval of rental payments and sublease billings.
• Oversee global facilities budget planning and expenditure management, including operational and capital expenses.
• Enhance departmental controls to ensure compliance and support auditing processes.
• Other assignments would apply upon your manager’s request.

Ideal candidate will be like:

• 10+ years of experience in a corporate real estate management role.
• MBA or master’s level degree preferred, relevant to the role.
• Proven ability to solve problems independently and drive tasks forward.
• Strong commercial leasing negotiations and contract management skills.
• Excellent financial and analytical skills.
• Experience in team management, including interviewing and hiring.
• Exceptional relationship building and client management skills.
• Collaborative, consultative style with a strong customer service mentality.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, coach, and motivate a diverse team.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation and bonus
• Reimbursement of your professional development/training
• Free on-site gym
• Entrepreneurial working environment that nurtures creativity.
• Open, collaborative, and inclusive working environment