Analyst, Debt Advisory and Property Brokerage

What is the opportunity?

RBC Capital Markets Global Investment Banking is seeking an Analyst to join its RBC Capital Markets Real Estate Group (“REG”) in Toronto.  The Analyst will provide quantitative, analytical and marketing support to REG’s debt advisory and property brokerage team across a variety of commercial real estate transactions.

RBC Capital Markets Real Estate Group is the largest dedicated real estate corporate finance group in Canada, with offices in Toronto, Montréal and Calgary. The REG’s capabilities span Equity and Debt Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Advisory & Valuation for public, private, corporate and government owners of real estate. Our highly experienced team works closely with the firm’s M&A, ECM, DCM, and Leveraged Finance professionals to advise clients.

What will you do?

• Evaluate and analyze the financial needs of clients, including developing complex financial models

• Perform financial analysis, valuations and due diligence for real estate properties and portfolios

• Maintain and analyze real estate research and market intelligence databases, while staying current with major real estate listings and sales transactions across Canada

• Review and summarize property leases and other legal documents, financing documents, appraisals, building condition assessments and environmental reports

• Structure, compile, and draft presentations, including investment offering summaries, confidential information memoranda, pitch & advisory presentations, responses to RFPs, and other ad-hoc market and industry research reports

• Support transaction structuring and execution efforts, with increasing levels of responsibility and accountability over time

• Financial and written analysis of companies and industries

• Contributing to the delivery of client meetings and presentations

• Conducting research to analyze market trends

• Researching and analyzing future opportunities

• Contribute to the execution of debt financing and property brokerage mandates

What do you need to succeed?

• 1-2 years of investment banking, private equity, equity research, M&A / corporate development or accounting experience

• CFA, CPA or other relevant professional designations are considered an asset but not a requirement

• Familiarity with ARGUS Enterprise software, Altus Group data platforms (e.g., RealNet, Insite) and/or Adobe Creative Suite

• Undergraduate degree program in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or a quantitative field from a leading university

• Strong computer skills, including high proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Proven interest in commercial real estate and basic industry knowledge

• Strong quantitative skills focused on financial analysis, accounting and financial theory

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• A high level of attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment

• Value and possess strong competency in the following behaviours: Collaboration, Relationship Building, Communication, Integrity and Operating with Diverse and Inclusive Mindset

• The ability to perform effectively in a team environment and excel under pressure amid demanding deadlines

• Well-rounded set of interests and extra-curricular activities beyond academics

• Desire to develop a leadership skillset and make meaningful contributions in a fast-paced, team environment

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What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, think progressively, continue our growth, and deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our individual / collective potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

From this experience you will gain:

• A strong foundation in fundamental investment banking skills such as financial modeling and analysis, transaction execution and negotiation, and in-depth industry and product knowledge

• Experience working in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and mentoring opportunities

• Ability to make a difference through impactful transactions which help shape an industry

• Develop an analytical skillset through real world transaction experience

• Gain exposure and insight into the global capital markets

• Work directly with senior levels of Canada’s largest and fastest growing companies

• Build a long-term career in Investment Banking

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