Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst

Fifth Third Bank • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fifth Third Securities Real Estate Investment Banking Group is seeking a Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst to join their team in New York City. As an Analyst, you will work closely with senior bankers and clients on complex, high-impact transactions across the real estate sector. You will receive meaningful responsibility, hands-on experience, and ongoing mentorship. Analysts are encouraged to be intellectually curious, execution-oriented, and collaborative.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in investment banking, M&A, real estate, or capital markets.
• Demonstrated interest in real estate strongly preferred.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Argus strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines in fast-paced environment.
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 79, and Series 63 licenses (or ability to maintain/obtain within company policy).
• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and presentation development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and client-facing deliverables.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within deal teams.
• Familiarity with financial databases and platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should have at least one year of investment banking, investment sales, capital markets or real estate private equity experience, with a strong preference for candidates who possess a background or demonstrated interest in real estate.
• Experience conducting thorough financial, legal, and operational reviews to assess transaction risk and viability.
• Skilled in sourcing and synthesizing market data, economic indicators, and comparable transactions.
• Capable of preparing and delivering high-quality materials tailored to client needs and business objectives.
• Comfortable navigating third-party platforms and internal systems to support deal execution and reporting.
• Willingness to support team members through knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and modeling to support real estate transactions.
• Prepare client-facing materials including presentation materials, market intelligence, and investment memorandums.
• Assist in the execution of monetizations, capital advisory and other real estate and infrastructure transactions.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of various legal documents related to real estate transactions.
• Perform due diligence and industry research to support transaction processes.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities with oversight from associates and senior bankers.
• Communicate project status, timelines, and deliverables effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned, adapting to an evolving business, client requests and team priorities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings
• Eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan
• Extensive benefits programs designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being.

What This Job Offers

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