Associate - Real Estate Investment Banking

Cantor Fitzgerald • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cantor Fitzgerald, a leading global financial services firm with over 16,000 employees, has been at the forefront of financial and technological innovation since 1945. As a preeminent investment bank, Cantor serves over 5,000 institutional clients worldwide, excelling in fixed income and equity capital markets, investment banking, SPAC underwriting, PIPE placements, commercial real estate, and global distribution. The firm's diverse portfolio includes Prime Brokerage and Asset Management, driven by financial acumen and technology. Cantor fosters growth, pioneers markets, and delivers superior client service from its trading desks in major financial centers and offices in over 30 global locations. As a private partnership, Cantor prioritizes long-term value creation and strong relationships, enabling rapid client response, innovative solutions, and a dynamic environment for talented individuals. The Real Estate Investment Banking group is a growing team of dedicated bankers executing transactions in M&A advisory, equity capital markets, and debt capital markets. Associates will engage with all major real estate sectors and investment banking products. Lean transaction teams offer Associates significant deal ownership and direct exposure to senior bankers and clients.

Requirements

• 2+ years of investment banking experience (Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst/Associate backgrounds preferred); relevant experience in real estate private equity, corporate finance, or a related field will also be considered
• Demonstrated excellence in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction execution
• Strong command of corporate finance, accounting, and capital markets concepts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clearly to both internal teams and external clients
• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of taking ownership of work product with limited supervision
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Bachelor's degree required; concentration in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field preferred

Nice To Haves

• MBA or other advanced degrees is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead in the preparation of offering memoranda, pitch books, proposals, and other client-facing written materials
• Drive financial modeling and valuation analysis, accretion/dilution, and comparable company/transaction analyses
• Assist in managing deal execution processes, including capital raises, M&A advisory, and debt and equity underwriting assignments
• Coordinate due diligence processes, including information flow management, data room preparation, and third-party review
• Conduct in-depth industry, company, and sector research to support both live transactions and new business development
• Supervise and mentor Analysts, reviewing their work product and providing guidance on technical and professional development
• Organize and participate in client meetings, management presentations, and marketing efforts
• Interact directly with corporate clients, REITs, private equity sponsors, and senior bankers across all real estate sectors

Benefits

• health, vision, and dental insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) retirement
• discretionary bonuses
• other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.)

What This Job Offers

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