Real Estate Strategy Associate

CI Financial•Miami, FL

1d•$140,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Seeking a strategic and analytically driven Real Estate Strategy Associate to play a key role in shaping and advancing the office leasing strategy across a ~100 location global commercial portfolio to inform decision-making, optimize the portfolio, and drive long-term business value. The role involves supporting the execution of real estate leasing strategies by synthesizing market data, compiling financial analyses, and portfolio insights. The goal is to formulate office real estate strategies related to acquisitions, dispositions, renewals, expansions, and terminations. The associate will also assist in developing market presentations for local leadership to drive strategic alignment and facilitate decision-making on future office space.

Requirements

3-5+ years of experience in real estate strategy, corporate real estate, investment analysis, commercial real estate advisory, or a related role
Working knowledge of commercial real estate fundamentals, market dynamics, financial modeling, and portfolio analytics, with familiarity of lease structures and real estate accounting standards
Ability to synthesize datasets and translate quantitative findings into clear, actionable strategic recommendations for senior leadership
Strong intellectual curiosity, analytical rigor, and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced global environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex analysis clearly
Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or related field preferred)
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States. For U.S. employment opportunities, Corient hires U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
Must be willing to execute Corient’s Employee Agreement or Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, which require, among other things, post-employment obligations relating to non-solicitation, confidentiality, and non-disclosure.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of real estate leasing strategies across the commercial office portfolio by synthesizing market data, compiling financial analyses and portfolio insights to inform and assist the Director of Real Estate Strategy.
Formulate office real estate strategies related to leasing of acquisitions, dispositions, renewals, expansions and terminations.
Assist in the development of market presentations to present findings to local leadership to drive strategic alignment and facilitate decision-making on future office space.
Partner closely with real estate, finance, HR, external real estate brokers, local leadership and regional leadership to evaluate portfolio leasing opportunities, prioritize locations, and develop short and long-term real estate plans aligned with business growth objectives and governance standards.
Monitor critical dates relating to lease events such as termination, expansion, expiration and renewal dates to ensure timely action with appropriate lead time for strategy due diligence.
Conduct market research to assess real estate trends, occupancy benchmarks, and emerging workplace models across all markets.
Work with HR and Finance team partners to analyze headcount projections and business growth plans to develop recommendations for portfolio rightsizing, consolidation, or expansion strategies aligned with the firm’s long-term objectives.
Support due diligence efforts for office leasing efforts through acquisitions, dispositions, and lease transactions by compiling and analyzing market comparables, financial projections, and risk assessments to inform negotiation strategies.
Review financial models to evaluate total occupancy costs over the lease term, including an understanding of base rents, escalations, operating expenses, real estate taxes and capital expenditures to inform portfolio strategy decisions.
Coordinate with Director of Real Estate Strategy to manage real estate strategy timelines, ensuring deliverables are met and approvals are consistent with the firm’s policies and governance frameworks.
Collaborate with leasing and third-party advisors to evaluate and onboard new market opportunities, ensuring strategic fit with portfolio goals and alignment with vendor and broker relationships.
Assist the Director of Real Estate Strategy with preparing executive-level presentations, business cases, and briefing materials to communicate portfolio strategy recommendations and market intelligence to local and senior leadership.
Track and manage the real estate strategy pipeline, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of strategic initiatives and reporting on outcomes to senior leadership.