Multifamily Analyst

JLL•Portland, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join JLL's Capital Markets team as a Debt & ISA Analyst, where you'll play an integral role in both debt/equity placement and investment sales advisory transactions across diverse commercial real estate property types and markets. This dual-focused position offers comprehensive exposure to every phase of the transaction lifecycle, from initial underwriting and market research to closing and client relationship management. Working in a high-energy, collaborative environment, you'll develop sophisticated financial modeling skills while creating compelling offering memorandums that drive successful capital placements and investment sales. You'll also have opportunities to mentor analysts and contribute to business development activities. This role provides exceptional learning and growth opportunities within JLL's industry-leading capital markets platform, allowing you to build expertise in commercial real estate finance and investment sales while contributing to transactions that shape communities and drive client success.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
2-4 years of experience in financial analysis environment, with commercial real estate investment sales, debt/equity placement, or mortgage banking experience strongly preferred
Proven track record of transaction execution and financial modeling expertise
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for complex financial modeling, along with Outlook and Word
Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, quantitative, writing, and communication abilities with demonstrated client-facing capabilities
Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations
Self-motivated with strong team orientation and excellent time management skills to manage multiple concurrent deadlines effectively
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex analytical and marketing data effectively to various stakeholder audiences

Nice To Haves

Advanced proficiency in Argus Enterprise or other commercial real estate financial modeling software
MBA degree considered a plus but not required
Database management experience and advanced data analysis capabilities
Previous exposure to both debt/equity placement and investment sales transactions
Knowledge of commercial real estate property types, market fundamentals, and financing structures
Industry certifications (CCIM, SIOR) beneficial but not required
Experience in client relationship management or business development activities
Familiarity with real estate legal documentation and due diligence processes
Experience with property research platforms and market analysis tools
Active participation in real estate trade organizations or professional networking groups

Responsibilities

Develop and execute complex financial modeling for both debt/equity placement and investment sales transactions using market data and JLL resources to ensure accurate underwriting across various property types
Create comprehensive debt and equity offering memorandums as well as investment advisory packages, incorporating detailed market research, sophisticated financial modeling, and compelling executive summaries
Manage due diligence processes efficiently while driving marketing and closing activities, coordinating with multiple stakeholders throughout each transaction lifecycle
Lead periodic analyst meetings to provide guidance, answer questions, and develop future talent within the team
Maintain consistent communication with Producers, market participants, and clients, providing regular updates and facilitating smooth transaction progression
Analyze marketing feedback and provide strategic recommendations to help clients optimize their business plans and capital structures for maximum market appeal
Utilize databases effectively to identify market trends and prepare compelling materials for client pitches, presentations, and meetings
Review and analyze complex real estate documents (leases, loan documents, appraisals) to identify potential issues and provide strategic guidance
Participate actively in weekly office meetings with Producers to discuss deal flow, transaction status, and market conditions
Support capital markets team in business development and client relationship management activities