Capital Markets Analyst

Lauth Communities • Carmel, IN

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About The Position

The Capital Markets Analyst at Lauth Communities will play a crucial role in supporting the growth of the company's acquisition and development efforts. This position involves collaborating with various teams to analyze assets, underwrite potential acquisitions, and evaluate investment opportunities across multiple real estate sectors. The role is based in Carmel, Indiana, and offers a dynamic work environment with responsibilities that vary daily, providing exposure to a range of real estate investments.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in commercial real estate investments, asset management, commercial banking, and/or investment sales.
• Experience underwriting multiple property types with a preference for multifamily, mixed-use, office, and/or industrial.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Argus and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a high standard of professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with exceptional organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in finance, real estate, economics, or a relevant field of study.
• Understanding of financial concepts (DCF, ROI, IRR, NPV, Cap Rate, etc.).
• Meticulous with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• An initiative/aptitude to operate and improve dynamic Excel models.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a demanding environment with limited guidance.
• Flexibility and willingness to work long hours when necessary.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support the evaluation and underwriting of acquisition and development opportunities by performing complex financial analyses, including Argus valuation models and Excel-based pro formas.
• Review and analyze investment offering materials and gather economic and market intelligence, including leases and sales comparables, location analytics, and demographic data.
• Support the sourcing of equity and debt capital by preparing detailed financial models, presentations, and other required deliverables for prospective investors and lenders.
• Assist with the preparation of investment committee memos for both internal and third-party review.
• Manage due diligence on potential investments, including reviewing leases, operating information, legal documentation, and touring properties.
• Collaborate with leasing, asset management, property management, accounting, and other internal stakeholders to validate and optimize underwriting assumptions.
• Complete research and other ad-hoc analyses as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree