Director, Asset Management - Toronto, Canada - Taylor Ryan Executive Search Partners

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    This established, privately owned mixed-use Developer with a strong project pipeline and a track record of impressive developments is seeking to hire a Director, Asset Management in Toronto.

    The position will directly report into the President and will be responsible for providing insight during the development process to ensure the design and delivery for operational and economic excellence, supporting the marketing of rental projects, and leverage their experience to advise on a successful lease up strategy of purpose-built rental projects.

    Key Responsibilities will include:

    • Work with the executive team to establish the brand and brand positioning of the rental residential platform.
    • Provide design input and feedback to the development group on purpose-built rental projects, ensuring alignment with market demand, operational efficiency, and branding standards.
    • Provide expertise and guidance on lease up strategies, marketing plans, pricing, and tenant selection for purpose-built rental projects in conjunction with the SVP, Marketing and Sales.
    • Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as municipal authorities, consultants, contractors, brokers, and industry associations as required.
    • Identify and evaluate new opportunities for purpose-built rental development and acquisition.
    • Work with chosen external consultants such as market demand consultants, interior designers.
    • Oversee the hiring, if needed, of external operations specialists who may be needed to develop or run a rental residential building.
    • Support and participate in any other activities as may reasonably be required
    • Stay abreast of market trends, best practices, and competitor activities in the purpose-built rental sector.

    Qualifications & Skills

    • Bachelors in Business, Real Estate, or a related field
    • 8+ years of experience within residential operations and/or development industry in the GTA
    • Specific previous exposure to purpose-built rentals
    • Experience in the design and lease up high-end rental developments
    • Strong knowledge of the Toronto rental market, regulatory environment, and industry standards
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

    How to Apply:

    If you are a seasoned asset management professional within the residential development sector, and ready for a change, then this presents itself as an exceptional opportunity. For additional details, kindly submit your application via or reach out directly to