Business Development & Acquisitions Analyst
About The Position
The Business Development & Acquisitions Analyst is an integral member of Sonida Senior Living’s acquisitions and business development team. The role supports evaluation and execution of potential real estate acquisitions, analysis for investment strategies, and maintenance of the investment pipeline. It focuses on financial analysis, research, and cross-functional coordination. Under the guidance of senior team members, the Analyst will develop foundational skills in financial modeling, market analysis, and due diligence. The position offers exposure to asset-level acquisitions, corporate M&A, preferred equity, joint venture structuring, and development opportunities within Sonida’s senior housing investment platform. The role will ideally be based in the Dallas, Texas office, though candidates in the New York market are also considered.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in real estate, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or related areas.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with basic financial modeling proficiency.
- Excel proficiency.
- Ability to synthesize data clearly and accurately for internal consumption.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proactive work ethic and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, transaction-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial market research to identify potential opportunities and industry trends.
- Compile data on potential targets, including company profiles, market positioning, and financial snapshots.
- Build and maintain financial models, including income projections, IRR calculations, sensitivity analyses, and valuation models.
- Prepare financial summaries and investment memorandums for review by senior team members and the investment committee.
- Support analysis of capital expenditures, cash flow impacts, and return metrics under supervision.
- Help coordinate information gathering across internal teams, including legal, finance, and operations.
- Maintain organized data rooms and track outstanding requests during due diligence.
- Assist in reviewing financial statements, operational metrics, and relevant documents.
- Support the acquisitions team and internal departments involved in diligence and integration.
- Help prepare presentation materials, internal memos, and summary reports for leadership.
- Track timelines, deliverables, and communication needs across stakeholders.
- Perform market, competitor, and industry research to inform strategic planning.
- Compile data and insights into usable formats for senior team members and leadership.
- Assist with internal analyses supporting long-term planning and portfolio review.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
