CRE Analyst

Truist•Atlanta, GA

23h

About The Position

The Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Analyst 2 is part of the CRE Emerging Talent program, which develops future CRE Associates through exposure to multiple clients, industries, and deal structures. Program Analysts spend at least two years building knowledge of the market, credit, products, systems and tools, and relationship management. The Analyst builds on underwriting fundamentals through financial analysis and modeling, risk evaluation, portfolio maintenance, and client relationship support. They collaborate with Relationship Managers to identify creditworthy projects in targeted markets and help prioritize relationship-calling strategies. They use research and evaluations from varied sources to assess client, competitor, property-segment, market, and industry risks and trends, and cross-train in identified CRE verticals. The role also supports project analysis and due diligence, business development, sales activities, client planning and interactions, and the evaluation, underwriting, performance, and monitoring of CRE opportunities and portfolios.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
1–2 years of experience in a Banking Development program with a Commercial Real Estate track, or other combined Commercial Real Estate experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office products.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of credit principles.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under time constraints.
Demonstrated success working in a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Real Estate, or combined Commercial Real Estate experience through internships or other experiences; an equivalent combination of education and experience or another related advanced degree is also preferred.
Foundational knowledge of ARGUS Enterprise software and third-party real estate data sources such as CoStar, REIS, and Axiometrics.

Responsibilities

Perform financial modeling and analysis, prepare project proposals and screening documents, and conduct project due diligence.
Support business development through prospecting, industry-specific and market research, and special projects to identify and analyze opportunities.
Prepare pitch books, plan pre-call activities, review and manage the sales pipeline, develop marketing materials, and support sales tools.
Attend client calls and meetings and support the end-to-end client planning process.
Work with PM Associates and Portfolio Managers to evaluate and underwrite new opportunities.
May assist PM Associates and Portfolio Managers with performance and monitoring activities for an assigned portfolio, including portfolio management and required risk monitoring.
Collaborate with Relationship Managers to identify creditworthy projects in targeted markets and help prioritize relationship-calling strategies.
Research and evaluate client, competitor, property-segment, market, and industry risks and trends.
Cross-train in identified CRE verticals.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
Tax-preferred savings accounts
401(k) plan
At least 10 days of vacation during the first year, prorated based on hire date and full-time or part-time status
10 sick days, prorated
Paid holidays
May be eligible for a defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan, depending on position and division