Acquisitions Analyst

AEW Capital Management • Los Angeles, CA

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for supporting Investment professionals in underwriting, evaluating, originating, structuring, negotiating and closing transactions. Primary responsibilities include: creation and maintenance of acquisition evaluation models; detailed evaluation of allocated investments and commercial leases, detailed real estate, corporate finance/credit, economic, demographic, and capital markets due diligence; and preparation of investment summaries. In addition, this candidate will have responsibilities for managing the underwriting and closing process, which will require significant interaction with internal and external constituents (including brokers, consultants and attorneys).

Requirements

• BS/BA in accounting, finance, economics or similar quantitative focus required.
• 1-2 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, finance, accounting, financial modeling and/or general investment, which can include applicable internships
• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting fundamentals is essential.
• Financial modeling with Excel and Argus as well as general quantitative skills a must.
• Strong written and oral communications skills are required.
• Individuals must be able to work cooperatively and effectively as a member of a team and look to develop external relationships in the industry.
• Individuals should be aggressive self-starters, willing and able to maintain high levels of accuracy, energy, productivity, and effectiveness for lengthy periods.
• Attention to detail, multitasking and ability to prioritize will be frequently tested.
• Must not require sponsorship to be employed in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Creation and maintenance of acquisition evaluation models
• Detailed evaluation of allocated investments and commercial leases
• Detailed real estate, corporate finance/credit, economic, demographic, and capital markets due diligence
• Preparation of investment summaries
• Managing the underwriting and closing process
• Significant interaction with internal and external constituents (including brokers, consultants and attorneys)

Benefits

• Annual cash bonus opportunity
• Eligibility for health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401K plan with match and employer-funded retirement account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition relief
• Parental leave
• Flexible time off
• Eligibility for hybrid work for most roles
• Matching gift and volunteer programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level