Job Description

Company Overview

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.  We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.  As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future. 

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

The Opportunity

At Fidelity Investments Canada, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member's contribution is valued. As the Manager Canadian Real Estate, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and improving our facilities to support our ambitious goals. Your expertise will ensure our spaces meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Join us and make a significant impact on our world-class operations!

What You’ll Do

Maintenance Management:

• Plan and schedule regular maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Manage maintenance staff and external contractors.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations

Budgeting and Financial Management:

• Develop and manage the facilities budget.
• Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures.

Space Utilization and Planning:

• Optimize the use of space within the facilities.
• Coordinate office moves and renovations as needed.

Health and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
• Implement emergency procedures and conduct regular drills.

Vendor and Contract Management:

• Negotiate and manage contracts with external vendors and service providers.
• Monitor and evaluate vendor performance.

Energy and Environmental Management:

• Implement energy-saving initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations.

Collaborator Communication:

• Act as a point of contact for building-related issues.
• Communicate effectively with collaborators, including employees, management, and external partners.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management, engineering, business administration, or a related area of study or equivalent work experience
• Proven proficiency in real estate management, particularly in the Canadian market, with at least 7 years of applicable experience
• Coordinate and lead all aspects of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.
• Experience in leading development and implementation of real estate strategies for our Canadian portfolio
• Professional certification in real estate management is an asset.

What You Bring

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities and trends.
• Engage with customers to assess real estate demands and devise strategies.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management.
• Ability to successfully implement real estate projects from inception to completion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to demonstrates big picture understanding of business, interrelationships, priorities
• Excellent time management skills and strong attention to detail

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with occasional site visits.
• May require some out-of-hours work to deal with emergencies or maintenance tasks.

Fidelity Benefits and Perks!

• Competitive total compensation package
• Opportunity to participate in Fidelity profit-sharing program
• Company contributes into your RRSP, without a matching requirement from you
• Health benefits and coverage, with no requirement for employee paid premiums, including up to $5000 for therapy
• Health Care Spending Account
• TELUS Health Virtual Care app
• Health and Fitness Reimbursement
• Up to $650 for home office equipment
• Generous time off policy
• 2 paid days annually to volunteer
• Access to over 11,000 training and development courses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Monetary awards for completing a required designation
• Annual dues reimbursement for professional designations
• Pregnancy/Parental/Adoption Leave - Fidelity will top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

•    Canada's Top 100 Employers 
o    Greater Toronto's Top Employers 
o    Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers 
o    Canada's Top Employers for Young People 
  
•    Great Place To Work® Certified 
o    Best Workplaces for Inclusion 
o    Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness 
o    Best Workplaces for Today's Youth 
o    Best Workplaces for Women 
o    Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance 
o    Best Workplaces in Ontario 
o    Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams 

•    LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
  
•    Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work 
o    HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program 
o    HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer 

Designations
•    Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified 
•    Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy 
•    TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting 
•    Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team