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Career Opportunities

As the governing body for Alberta’s residential real estate, commercial real estate, property management, condominium management, and mortgage brokerage licensees, the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) is committed to the public interest by promoting the integrity of the industry and protecting consumers. Our dedicated staff team leverage their education and experience to support this mandate.

Why you should join our team

At all levels of our organization we strive to support our mandate to protect the public of Alberta. Along with meaningful work tied to a progressive strategic plan, RECA offers a variety of perks and benefits for our employees. Please note that perks and benefits are based on the nature of the position. Further detail is provided through the recruitment process. Perks and benefits include:

  • Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits package based on position
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with specified contribution matching based on the position
  • Employee years of service recognition
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Office space in our brand new building on the periphery of downtown with nearby amenities that include walking paths, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, fitness facilities, and more
  • RECA’s office is a five minute walk from the Sunalta C-Train station with multiple paid parking lots in the surrounding area
  • Heated underground parking can be purchased at a discounted rate, with applicable taxable benefit applied, subject to availability
  • Office space and staff spaces that are functional and designed with employee comfort and safety in mind.  Amenities include but are not limited to ergonomic work stations including sit/standing desks, LED lighting, a Staff Café, secure office access, and quiet room
  • Access to the latest audiovisual technology in meeting rooms for video conferencing and presentations
  • A strong organizational culture that includes an active social committee
  • A commitment to work-life flow for our employees including a standard 37.5 hour work week

If you are interested in using your skills to support our progressive non-profit organization please see our career opportunities below. We thank all applicants for their interest. We will contact only those individuals we are considering for interviews.

Read more about how RECA operates and how we’re organized.

Current Opportunities

The opportunity

Are you an experienced real estate professional (Associate, Broker or Delegate of a Brokerage) looking for a way to make a difference in the industry? Do you have a passion for sharing your industry knowledge, a deep understanding of the legislation governing the real estate industry? The Regulatory Compliance Advisor helps to maintain the integrity of the industry, providing confidential practice advisory services and resources to industry members.

The Regulatory Compliance Advisor plays a critical role in supporting the overall strategic plans by bringing awareness of RECA, our role and helping build trust and maintain professional standards within the industry. This role requires a level of comfort with presenting in public forums and a high level of industry expertise. The Regulatory Compliance Advisor will inform and collaborate with external and internal partners, using their extensive expertise to prepare external communications, course content, recommendations, and other professional materials in the course of their role.

Our employees enjoy a dynamic hybrid work environment, with an emphasis on professional growth and work/life balance. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary, plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes a group health insurance plan, 3 weeks’ vacation, a health spending account, wellness spending account, and employer matching RRSP plan.

Role & responsibilities

Consulting with Brokers

  • respond to Broker inquiries in a timely manner with information, guidance and advisory services, helping them fulfil their responsibilities as per the Real Estate Act and Real Estate Act Rules
  • promote RECA as a trusted source of information regarding the Alberta real estate industry

External Presentations to Brokerages & Industry Groups

  • conduct presentations on brokers and other industry members on industry standards
  • enhance awareness of RECA and their role with various stakeholders

Act as a RECA Resource

  • maintain and update various sources of information, reports, manuals and other industry publications for licensees, consumers and other stakeholders
  • assist in competency development, exam questions, and re-licensing course reviews
  • respond confidentiality in communications with industry professionals
  • support the Stakeholder Engagement Manager by liaising with internal and external stakeholders
  • provide leadership, strategic insights and identify trends affecting industry members
  • perform additional tasks as assigned by the Stakeholder Relations Manager

Skills & qualifications

  • experience as a real estate associate, broker or delegate of a brokerage (minimum of 5 years’ experience as a broker or delegate)
  • university degree in a field of study related to licensing and regulation of professions (Law, Business Administration or Public Policy) or post-secondary education relevant to industry sectors regulated by RECA
  • previous experience in a regulatory environment is an asset

Other desired qualifications include:

  • in-depth knowledge of the Real Estate Act, Regulations, and Rules
  • familiarity with related legislation (e.g. Condominium Property Act, Residential Tenancies Act)
  • broad understanding of the real estate industry
  • strong interpretive, advisory and communication skills (oral and written)
  • experience in policy and legislation development would be an asset
  • problem solving and negotiation skills
  • flexibility in managing change and multiple priorities
  • leadership and sound judgment
  • project management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
  • analytical skills with pragmatic problem-solving
  • excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • detail oriented with proven customer service mindset
  • effective presentation skills (in-person and online)
  • ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Teams
  • ability to work with individuals from varied experiences and backgrounds

How to apply

If you think this is the job for you, please submit a cover letter and resume to hr@reca.ca. The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is placed. Please include “Regulatory Compliance Advisor” in the subject line of your email. We thank all applicants for their interest. We will only contact those individuals we are considering for interviews. We may consider your application for other job openings at RECA.