City : Montréal

Category : Full time

Industry : Real Estate

Employer : Ivanhoé Cambridge

AIM HIGHER. GO FURTHER. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

Ivanhoé Cambridge is:

• A real estate subsidiary of Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (cdpq.com), a global investment group
• C$77 billion in assets in the office, retail, industrial, logistics and residential markets
• Strategic investments in a worldwide portfolio over 1,500 properties strong
• A diversified, multitalented team committed to creating spaces that bring people together to live, work and play
• Office environments designed to foster collaboration and creativity, rooted in a flexible, technology-enabled experience

Digitally connected, sustainable and state-of-the-art: A workspace that meets your expectations

• New work spaces that make teamwork easier than ever and spark creativity at every turn
• The flexibility and technological tools you need to take your performance to new heights
• A barista, snacks and special theme meals, employee lounges and outdoor patios, complete with therapeutic lights to keep you at the top of your game
• A stimulating, supportive and inclusive environment where your health, safety and well-being are our top priorities

4-month internship to start in January 2024 or April 2024

What this challenge is about

The Risk Management team plays a crucial role within the organization. Ever vigilant, they remain committed to analyzing all transactions (acquisitions/dispositions, asset management, and development projects) and providing recommendations to various business units regarding financial and non-financial risks. In the execution of your duties, you will assist the members of the risk management team in various aspects.

The main functions will include:

• Supporting the team in the development of analytical tools, refinement of methodologies, and analysis of results;

• Conducting market research and analyses to contribute to the examination of transactional risks;

• Mastering real estate performance indicators and developing a nuanced understanding of market data to produce targeted, timely analyses in support of investment teams, related to the development of arguments on investment or disposition strategies, and the overall investment strategy in collaboration with the Research and Outlook, and Portfolio Construction teams;

• Developing a good understanding of the IC portfolio and key risks in real estate investment, in collaboration with investment and asset management teams;

• Monitoring long-term fundamental trends such as demographics, technology, and digitization to estimate potential impacts on real estate;

• Developing new tools for better portfolio risk monitoring by seeking innovation and identifying new sources of information;

• Providing general support to all members of the Research and Strategy team.

What we’re looking for

• Being a 2nd or 3rd-year student in an undergraduate program or a 2nd-cycle university program in economics, finance, strategy, or any other relevant field;

• Having a strong sense of organization, business acumen, and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;

• Intellectual curiosity, analytical and synthesis skills;

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint;

• Experience with Power BI and programming (Python) is an asset;

• Attention to detail, adherence to deadlines, analytical, and synthesis abilities;

• Ability to work in a team and establish interpersonal relationships;

• Ability to work in a constantly evolving environment;

• Team spirit and a strong desire for continuous improvement in quality;

• Bilingualism (French and English). Frequent oral and/or written interactions with IC employees based in one of its international offices.

Diversity, equity and inclusion: Our main priorities 
At Ivanhoé Cambridge, we are proud to champion the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion — which can be seen and felt in everything we do and everything we strive for. As a leading player in the global real estate ecosystem, we are committed to harnessing opportunities to create inclusive, community-centric spaces and forge a just, forward-looking future where our industry and our talent are supported and nurtured. 

We firmly believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are the forces propelling innovation. In order to ensure we can have a positive impact on the communities where we live and work and where our investments are based, we are dedicated to creating a stimulating environment where everyone can aspire to and achieve excellence. Ask us about any accommodations you might require to ensure the recruiting process is a fair and equitable process for all. Note that any such accommodations will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.