Area One Farms Area One Farms partners with Canadian farmers to expand Farmer’s land base, improve land and grow their farms. We bridge the gap between agriculture and equity – supporting quality Canadian farmers to expand their operations through a stable and committed partnership. Since 2013, we have partnered with over 55 farms covering over 200,000 acres, representing +$800 million in AUM. We are seeking an Investment Associate to join our Toronto-based team. This role offers the opportunity to work across the full investment lifecycle, from origination and underwriting to execution and portfolio management, within a growing real asset platform.

Key Responsibilities Evaluate new farmland investment opportunities, including financial modeling, valuation, and risk assessment Conduct due diligence on acquisitions, including agronomic, operational, and legal considerations Support transaction execution, including structuring, negotiations, and closing processes Monitor and report on portfolio performance, including financial and operational metrics Prepare investment memos and materials for internal committees and external stakeholders Assist with capital raising initiatives, including investor presentations and due diligence support

Qualifications 7-10 years of relevant experience in finance or real asset investment, other backgrounds such as engineering would be considered for strong candidates Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, transaction experience would be an asset Interest in real assets, agriculture, and farmland investing Excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams CFA, MBA, or equivalent credentials are considered an asset

What We Offer High transaction volume, direct deal experience Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment Competitive compensation with great benefit package