12 Aug
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CentreCourt
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Toronto
12 Aug
CentreCourt
Toronto
CentreCourt is seeking an Associate to join our Acquisition team in a high-impact, performance-driven role designed for exceptional early-career talent. This position offers hands-on exposure to the sourcing, underwriting, due diligence, and acquisition of large-scale, mixed-use high-rise residential developments across the Greater Toronto Area. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Acquisitions, and working closely with the firm's Partners and senior leadership team, the successful candidate will play a meaningful role in evaluating investment opportunities, shaping strategic decisions, and executing transactions from origination through closing.
This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career through direct responsibility, broad cross-functional exposure, and mentorship from one of Canada's leading residential development teams .
This is a demanding role suited for intellectually curious, entrepreneurial individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are motivated by ownership and accountability. Associates are expected to think critically, operate with sound business judgment, and grow into leaders capable of making key business decisions independently and with full accountabilit y.Ideal candidates bring 2–4 years of strong analytical experience, a top-tier academic background, and a genuine long-term interest in real estate development. We are looking for confident, self-directed individuals with an ownership mindset – people who take initiative, manage complexity, and contribute meaningfully to corporate outcomes while always maintaining a low ego mindse t.
Key Responsibiliti e s: Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Acquisitions, the successful candidate will work closely with CentreCourt's Partners across a wide range of high-impact initiatives and will be responsible f or:
Preparing financial analysis and development pro formas to support investment decisions; develop expertise across the full development lifecycle, including acquisitions, rezoning, design development, sales/leasing strategy, and pre-construction plann ing.
Critically reviewing and analyzing legal, financial, technical, planning, environmental,
and commercial due diligence materials to identify key risks, evaluate their potential impact on the investment thesis, and develop appropriate mitigation strate gies.
Collaborating closely with the Development & Construction teams to inform investment underwriting and to assist with strategic decision-m aking.
Taking ownership of due diligence tracking, deal pipeline management, and the coordination of transaction workflows and investment memorandums to ensure critical milestones, deliverables, and deadlines a re met.
Drafting persuasive advocacy and legal agreements and other supporting documentation for review by senior team members.
Supporting a high level of financial controls and oversee partnership reporting requ irements.
Applying strong analytical skills and sound judgment to deliver clear, well-supported recommendations to senior l eadership.
The role demands an extremely high level of commitment and flexibility, offering in return a uniquely engaging experience and an accelerated professional growth trajectory.
The Righ t Candidate
Experience &a; mp; Education
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Business (e.g., B. Comm.) from a top-ti er institutionDemonstrated record of academic and extracurricu lar excellence2–4 years of work experience in investment banking, real estate, private equity, accounting, or a similarly rigorous, analytical, and fast-paced busine ss environmentProven history of high performance, solid ownership of projects, and progressively increasing responsibilityExperience managing complex workstreams, problem-solving without a predefined playbook, and incorporating feedback to drive continuo us improvementEntrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow within a high-performing, flat,
meritocrati c organizationSelf-motivated and capable of operating independently within a lean, collaborative team structureStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, coupled with sound judgmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly an d persuasivelyAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including strong financial modeling and analytica l capabilitiesExceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and manage mult iple deadlinesStrong work ethic and flexibility to work beyond core hou rs as requiredPrior real estate experience is not required; however, a genuine interest in real estate developmen t is essential
Abo ut CentreCourt
CentreCourt is a fully integrated real estate development firm active across all stages of the development lifecycle – land acquisition, zoning, design, marketing, sales/leasing, construction, and customer care. We specialize in high-rise condominium and purpose-built rental communities located near major transit, amenities, and employment hubs in the Great er Toronto Area.Recognized as one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies, CentreCourt has delivered over 10,000 homes and $5.6 billion in development value since 2010. In 2022, we launched CentreCourt Platform II, a $400 million fully committed long-term equity fund that provides the financial strength and flexibility to support our continued growth and to act decisively in a dynamic mar ket setting.We operate as a flat, entrepreneurial, and meritocratic organization that rewards high performance with exceptional growth opportunities.
Our culture values humility, continuous improvement, and unwav ering integrity.
Learn more at www .centrecourt.com.
CentreCourt is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment and selection process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
📌 Associate, Acquisitions (Toronto)
🏢 CentreCourt
📍 Toronto