Position OverviewAs an Investor Relations Associate at JD Development Group, you will bridge North American real estate opportunities with global capital, serving as a critical link to Mandarin-speaking investors and financial partners. This role combines real estate finance expertise, cross-cultural communication, and investor strategy to secure funding, steward relationships, and drive our mission of "A Different Way of Living."Key Responsibilities1. Capital Strategy & Investor EngagementLead Mandarin-English investor communications, including pitch materials, financial reports, and presentations tailored to cross-border investors.Drive capital-raising initiatives targeting Mandarin-speaking HNWIs, family offices, and institutional investors.Articulate JD’s investment thesis in meetings, roadshows, and conferences (both in English and Mandarin).Manage due diligence processes, acting as the liaison between Mandarin-speaking investors and internal teams (legal, finance, development).2. Real Estate Finance & UnderwritingUnderwrite development projects, analyzing financial models (DCF, IRR) and presenting key metrics to Mandarin-speaking investors.Structure cross-border investments, navigating regulatory considerations (e.g., Canadian tax implications for foreign investors).Monitor portfolio performance, preparing bilingual summaries of risks/opportunities.3. Market Intelligence & ReportingProduce bilingual research on North American real estate trends, translating insights for Mandarin-speaking investors.Develop investor dashboards with key performance metrics (in both English and Mandarin).Advise leadership on capital flow trends between China and Canada.4. Cross-Functional LeadershipCollaborate with Legal on compliance.Liaise with Mandarin-speaking lenders.Support fund structuring.Qualifications & SkillsMandatory RequirementsFluent in Mandarin & English (written and spoken; Cantonese a plus).Education: Bachelor’s in Finance, Real Estate, or Business; CFA/MBA/CPA candidates preferred.Experience: 5+ years in real estate investor relations, private equity, or cross-border investment, with underwriting exposure.Technical ExpertiseAdvanced Excel (DCF, Argus) and PowerPoint (investor-grade decks).Knowledge of CMHC financing, Ontario real estate regulations, and ESG frameworks.Preferred AttributesExisting network with Mandarin-speaking investors or lenders.Understanding of Chinese capital markets and investment preferences.Why JD Development Group?Global Impact: Connect North American real estate with international capital.Career Growth: Pathway to leadership in cross-border investment strategy.Culture: Collaborative team driving innovation in urban development.Powered by JazzHR
