Investment Banking Real Estate Associate - New York

Morgan Stanley • New York, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Morgan Stanley is seeking an Associate to join its Real Estate Investment Banking Group in the New York City office. The role supports regional and international clients across complex transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, shareholder relations, recapitalizations, demergers, leveraged buyouts, defenses against unsolicited takeover attempts, strategic advisory assignments, and public and private capital markets transactions.

The Associate will work closely with professionals throughout the firm to provide high-quality client advice and contribute to transaction execution and client engagement. The role is part of a team that includes senior professionals and encourages creative thinking beyond the numbers.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of relevant investment banking experience, or an MBA with 1–3 years of experience.
• A proven track record working on complex executed deals across M&A and various industry sectors.
• Strong written and verbal communication, client, and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial instinct and the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Series licensing, or must obtain it.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the real estate industry is strongly preferred but not required.
• An MBA and/or CFA designation.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex transactions for regional and international clients, including M&A, joint ventures, restructurings, recapitalizations, leveraged buyouts, and capital markets transactions.
• Contribute to transaction execution and client engagement efforts.
• Work closely with professionals throughout the firm to deliver high-quality advice to clients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and perks.
• Compensation may include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short- and long-term incentive packages, and other company-sponsored benefit programs.

What This Job Offers

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