Associate, Real Estate Finance

Job title: Associate, Real Estate Finance

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Associate, Real Estate Finance

London, ON

CMLS Financial, one of Canada’s largest Commercial lenders, is looking for an Associate to join our growing team of professionals to help us deliver our industry knowledge, perspective and finance strategies tailored to our clients’ objectives. We have a strategic plan calling for aggressive growth building on our established client base and reputation. We are a fast paced, results oriented company with an entrepreneurial spirit at our core and a culture of teamwork to delight our clients with positive outcomes every time!

The Associate will work alongside, and provide commercial mortgage transaction support to, the Commercial Origination Team in CMLS’ London, Ontario office. The Assoicate will be responsible for the underwriting, analysis, credit approval support and funding support required by the Commercial Origination Team to ensure their clients’ financing objectives are achieved. You will become part of a top-performing team comprised of established and seasoned commercial Originators enjoying great success in the industry with the ability to learn from our leaders. If you’re passionate about Commercial Real Estate & Capital Markets, this role is for you!

About the Role

This role is for someone who is ambitious, results-oriented, has a strong desire to continue learning and getting more meaningful experience in the commercial mortgage advisory and lending industry. This role is for a person with a long-term growth and earnings outlook, focused on building a strong reputation in the commercial advisory and lending industry, who has high attention to detail, takes great pride in their work and works well within a team environment. Someone who is very organized, has a sense of urgency, an entrepreneurial spirit and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude works best in our environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and compile market data, review property-related documents and information, and perform underwriting and sensitivity analysis to assess debt and equity financing options for client transactions
• Review of third-party reports (including but not limited to appraisals, environmental site assessments and market studies) to ensure clarity/accuracy in support of financing objectives
• Review of letters of interest, commitment letters and other financing documents
• Work with third parties and various stakeholder groups (including lenders, engineers, appraisers, etc.) to collect, prepare and review due diligence items/information required to achieve credit approval and/or satisfy conditions precedent to funding
• Appropriately label and sort information received to maintain organized files related to active and prospective deals
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the team

This role is for you, if you have:

• An undergraduate degree in one of the following concentrations: finance, economics, urban land development, real estate, accounting or business administration
• 2-5 years of experience within commercial real estate capital markets and/or commercial lending at a major Financial Institution or commercial mortgage brokerage firm
• Credit risk experience or Analyst experience (considered a strong asset)
• Obtained or are pursuing relevant designations (CFA, CAIA, FRM, etc. would be considered a strong asset)
• An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to problem solve and think creatively to provide flexible solutions to our clients
• Strong listening, communication, and negotiation skills
• A high level of motivation and you are very results-driven
• A high level of computer proficiency, with intermediate to advanced knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g. Functions, Financial Modelling)
• A passion for commercial real estate
• A demonstrated ability to work successfully within a team

Benefits and Perks

Some of the benefits we offer at CMLS are:

• Health and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Health, Drug, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Paid vacation, sick days, and personal days (in addition to all civil and statutory holidays)
• RRSP Matching Program
• Maternity / Parental Leave Top-Up Program
• Discounted gym memberships
• Travel assistance and EAP
• Business Casual dress code
• Company social events + sports teams
• And more!

Who are we?

Established in 1974, CMLS Financial is the leading provider of capital solutions for commercial property owners, developers and real estate investors. We have over 45 years of experience, 20,000 clients, $25 billion in assets under administration, and offices coast to coast. Some of Canada’s most prominent banks, investment managers, insurance companies, and pension funds rely on CMLS Financial for a variety of critically important mortgage services. What sets us apart is our customer forward approach. Building on our solid foundation of financial strength and experience, we continue to deliver unparalleled capital solutions for all our clients needs.

You will love working here

Employees tell us that they love that we strike the balance in creating an incredibly professional, yet dynamic and enjoyable corporate culture. We work in a fluid and fast-paced environment that is supportive of energetic and motivated individuals who pride themselves on being flexible and results-driven. Our employees are able to gain valuable industry exposure, lots of learning opportunities, and truly impact the business. We are committed to providing our people with a challenging and rewarding career because our employees are what set us apart and we know it.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CMLS Financial is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We want to hear from you!

If you are confident that you would be a strong asset to our team, submit both a cover letter and resume today! We thank all applicants for their time in applying, however we will only contact those selected for an interview. Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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