Analyst, Transaction Real Estate - Strategic Advisory

EY

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence.We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.Join EY and help to build a better working world.EY-Parthenon's unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions and corporate finance delivers real-world value - solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY's full spectrum of services, we've reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity.With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, Boards, Private Equity and Governments every step of the way - enabling you to shape your future with confidence.The opportunityEY-Parthenon's Transaction Real Estate team is one of the largest integrated real estate advisory practices in Canada, offering strategic advisory, valuation, and transaction services to both public- and private-sector clients.We help governments, institutions, and investors make informed decisions about land, infrastructure, and real estate-whether through surplus land strategies, portfolio optimization, development planning, or structuring partnerships for housing and mixed-use projects. For private clients, we provide guidance on development strategy, transaction support, and market positioning.Our national team is growing and we're looking for curious, collaborative thinkers who are excited to work across sectors and tackle some of the most interesting real estate challenges in Canada.Your key responsibilities:As an Analyst, you'll be a key contributor on a wide range of mandates, working closely with senior team members and clients. Your work may include:
  • Support some of the most interesting real estate projects happening in Canada with a focus on developing real estate strategies, master plans, and portfolio optimization frameworks for public- and private-sector clients.
  • Conducting research and analysis to assess highest and best use, land development potential, market trends, and policy implications.
  • Building and maintaining financial models to support strategic decision-making and investment evaluation.
  • Synthesizing market data and policy inputs to inform real estate investment strategy, government land use decisions, and mixed-income housing development.
  • Preparing high-quality client deliverables including reports, presentations, and business cases.
  • Contributing to real estate due diligence, including transaction structuring, partner evaluation, and scenario testing.
  • Supporting business development efforts through proposal writing, thought leadership, and client outreach.
  • Support the team in the preparation of both internal and external presentations.
We are interested in candidates who have:
  • Undergraduate degree in real estate, economics, business, urban planning, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in real estate consulting, development, planning, or public-sector strategy.
  • Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret data and synthesize findings clearly.
  • Excellent slide-writing and presentation development skills-you should be comfortable turning complex ideas into clear, structured, and visually compelling PowerPoint decks.
  • Proficiency in Excel modeling, PowerPoint, and market research tools.
  • Demonstrated interest in real estate development, housing, infrastructure, or economic policy.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an eye for clarity and narrative flow.
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams and collaborate effectively in a team setting.
  • A growth mindset and openness to pursuing a relevant designation (e.g.,AACI, CFA, RPP, PMP, or others aligned with your career path).
What we offer youThe EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.Learn about our commitment to DE&I atAre you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.To help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any accommodations you may need.Diversity and Inclusion at EYDiversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We're committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.EY | Building a better working worldEY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

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