Research Associate

Green Street Advisors, LLC•Newport Beach, CA

1d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Green Street is seeking a motivated candidate with relevant work experience and strong academic credentials to join its research team and build a career in equity research. Research teams generally focus on an industry sector, such as residential, office, or hotels, and are typically headed by a Senior Analyst or Managing Director. The Research Associate supports a Senior Analyst and develops knowledge of an assigned sector and Green Street’s research framework. The role involves financial modeling and valuation, research and report preparation, analysis of companies and market developments, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. The position requires a strong work ethic, motivation to learn, attention to detail, financial modeling and valuation capabilities, analytical and research skills, developing written and verbal communication skills, organization, creativity, intellectual curiosity, resourcefulness, and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. A background in finance is required. The posted base salary range is USD $80,000–$110,000 per year. The position is also eligible for an incentive performance bonus and benefits, subject to eligibility requirements. Green Street will not sponsor or transfer employment visas; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Strong work ethic and motivation to learn.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Strong financial modeling, valuation, research, and analytical skills.
A background in finance.
Developing written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organization, creativity, intellectual curiosity, and resourcefulness.
Ability to work independently and multitask effectively while maintaining accuracy.
Strong working knowledge of financial statements and Microsoft Excel.
Bachelor’s degree with high distinction in finance, accounting, real estate, economics, or a related field from a well-recognized school.
1–3 years of experience conducting financial or economic research, or experience with publicly traded real estate securities, general securities, or capital markets.

Nice To Haves

Interest in pursuing the CFA designation.
Coding skills and familiarity with SQL or Python.
Experience with AI and workflows.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain detailed financial models, valuations, projections, and databases.
Apply finance and valuation techniques and understand basic fixed-income concepts and their effects on REIT business models.
Find creative ways to use and present data to support informed investment recommendations.
Develop in-depth knowledge of covered companies and the assigned sector, as well as Green Street’s research framework.
Support a Senior Analyst in analyzing earnings reports, conference calls, and conference call transcripts.
Support a Senior Analyst in preparing and publishing research reports.
Write first drafts of sector Quick Takes and portions of research reports.
Learn to assess the implications of news events and economic forces for companies, sectors, and assets.
Learn to value REITs using quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Communicate proactively in writing with the Sales team about press releases, private-market activity, and news, and communicate orally as needed.
Participate in calls and meetings with REIT management teams, institutional investors, and private-market contacts to begin building relationships.
Seek out new and creative sources of information.
Perform ad hoc and administrative tasks as needed.