Real Estate Investments, Associate

Freestone Capital Management • Seattle, WA

93d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Our commercial real estate team is growing, and we are looking for an Investment Associate to work directly with the portfolio management and asset management teams to support both new acquisitions and ongoing portfolio performance. The associate will create detailed financial models for potential acquisitions, perform fund-level cash flow modeling, and prepare and present recommendations to the portfolio management team and investment committee. You will collaborate with the real estate team to identify and implement innovative ways to maximize asset value and performance. The commercial real estate team is focused on identifying and executing compelling opportunities across multifamily, industrial, and manufactured housing assets. Our team combines decades of investment experience with an entrepreneurial culture, positioning us to deliver long-term value for investors and partners.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-5 years of direct real estate experience including real estate experience in private equity, investment banking, lending, or consulting.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience managing multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Significant experience with real estate valuation, fund-level cash flow modeling, financial analysis, and underwriting.
• A self-driven, proactive mindset with a knack for problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to synthesize complex analysis into clear recommendations.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Multifamily real estate, affordable housing, office, and industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed financial models to evaluate new investment opportunities across multifamily, industrial, manufactured housing assets, and other real estate asset types.
• Develop relationships with brokers and operating partners to source potential investments.
• Build and maintain fund-level cash flow models to support capital allocation, performance forecasting, and investor reporting.
• Conduct property-level, market, and industry research to inform investment decisions.
• Perform financial modeling for existing assets, tracking key metrics such as NOI growth, leasing trends, refinancing opportunities, and return projections.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and materials for portfolio management and investment committee meetings.
• Assist in the drafting of marketing materials and presentations for distribution to Freestone’s clients and prospective investors.
• Support special projects, administrative functions, process improvements, and technology implementations that enhance investment operations and decision-making.

Benefits

• A competitive starting base salary of $80,000-$100,000, depending on your level of experience and circumstances.
• The position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, 401(k) matching, life and disability insurance, parental leave, and flex spending.
• Generous paid time off—17 days of vacation in your first year, plus 10 paid holidays, Summer Fridays.
• Meal perks, company events, team celebrations, and more.
• A collaborative, fun, and supportive culture where you’re encouraged to innovate and grow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees