Position Summary

The North American Corporate Real Estate Ratings team of Morningstar DBRS is seeking a highly motivated individual with a minimum of eight years of relevant experience in corporate credit analysis, research, or investment banking and a strong understanding of the Canadian real estate sector to join the team in Toronto as a Vice President. The position reports directly to the Senior Vice President, Sector Lead of North American Corporate Real Estate.

Primary Responsibilities

- Lead new and/or assume lead coverage of a broad range of real estate entities.
- Contribute to new and existing rating assignments, both in Canada and the US.
- Perform company and industry research, financial statement analysis, prepare forecasts and assess management strategy to inform rating recommendations.
- Review legal documentation related to credit analysis.
- Prepare rating committee materials and lead rating committee presentations.
- Produce timely, high-quality rating reports, press releases and commentaries on rated entities and industry sector research.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of existing and current rating methodologies.
- Contribute to the development and mentoring of junior analysts.
- Develop and solidify relationships with issuers, investors, intermediaries, and other stakeholders.




- Speak and participate at conferences, including industry and debt capital market events.
- Adhere to rigorous regulatory requirements and Morningstar DBRS policies and procedures, which include detailed record-keeping, training, and compliance.

Requirements

- Minimum of eight years of experience in credit, finance and/or banking within the financial services and real estate industries.
- Expert knowledge of Canadian commercial real estate industries and challenges facing companies in different real estate segments and geographies.
- In-depth understanding of legal documentation associated with real estate transactions.
- Strong financial statement analytical abilities with solid knowledge of IFRS and working knowledge of US GAAP accounting as it relates to real estate.
- Strong research skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self‑starter and team player with demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
- Travel is required.
- Bachelor’s degree (relevant discipline) with a professional designation or a master’s degree required.

Additional Qualifications

Completion of the CFA program would be considered favourably.

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📌 Vice President, Corporate Real Estate Ratings - North America (Toronto)
🏢 Morningstar
📍 Toronto