Senior Analyst, Investments & Acquisitions

AIR Communities•Atlanta, GA

4d•$115,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

AIR Communities is seeking a Senior Analyst, Investments & Acquisitions to support its Investments Team in underwriting, evaluating, acquiring, and disposing of multifamily assets across Blackstone investment vehicles. The role supports AIR Communities and Blackstone deal teams and provides exposure to senior stakeholders, including Blackstone executives. The platform has transacted more than $21 billion in multifamily assets since 2018. The Senior Analyst performs detailed investment underwriting and financial analysis, supports transactions from initial screening through closing, prepares executive-ready materials, conducts market research, and partners with Blackstone investment professionals and AIR teams. The position is based in AIR’s Atlanta office and is in-office five days per week. Some travel may be required depending on team needs. The role reports to a Market Leader on the Investments Team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, real estate, economics, accounting, business, or a related analytical field.
2–4+ years of relevant experience in real estate investments, acquisitions, asset management, investment banking, deal advisory, transaction services, valuation, private equity, or a comparable analytical finance role.
Advanced financial modeling skills, including discounted cash flow analysis, return metrics, debt and equity structures, scenario analysis, and transaction-level underwriting.
Ability to evaluate investment opportunities, identify key risks and value drivers, and translate complex analysis into clear recommendations.
Exceptional attention to detail, judgment, and ownership, with the ability to produce polished, executive-ready work under tight timelines.
Professional presence and strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidence and maturity in interactions with senior leaders, investment partners, and external counterparties.
Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Direct multifamily, residential, or broader commercial real estate transaction experience.
Experience supporting acquisitions, dispositions, Investment Committee materials, valuation analysis, diligence, or transaction execution.
Experience with real estate data platforms, business intelligence tools, or investment management systems.
Interest and ability to grow within the Investments Team and take on increasing responsibility over time.

Responsibilities

Lead and support real estate investment underwriting, including financial models, sensitivity analyses, valuation work, and investment returns analysis for acquisitions, dispositions, value-add, yield-oriented, and opportunistic strategies.
Evaluate potential transactions using asset performance, historical operating results, capital needs, rent growth assumptions, market fundamentals, and investment risk factors.
Build, audit, and refine complex Excel-based financial models with accuracy and technical rigor.
Support acquisition and disposition processes from initial screening through closing, including diligence, pricing analysis, buyer feedback tracking, valuation support, and recommendation materials.
Review offering materials, broker packages, diligence information, third-party reports, market data, and internal operating assumptions.
Manage multiple live deal workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
Prepare Investment Committee materials, transaction summaries, executive presentations, and supporting analyses for senior AIR and Blackstone stakeholders.
Translate complex financial analysis into clear recommendations for investment decision-making.
Communicate with internal leaders and external parties, including brokers, operators, appraisers, consultants, lenders, and third-party vendors.
Analyze market fundamentals, capital markets trends, demographic data, competitive positioning, and submarket or micro-location dynamics.
Partner with Blackstone investment professionals and AIR’s Transaction Management, Operations, Asset Management, Capital, and market leadership teams.
Contribute to special projects involving investment strategy, portfolio growth, process improvement, business intelligence, and team infrastructure.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and annual bonus opportunities.
25% rent discount at any AIR community, subject to rental application and exclusions.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
Health savings and flexible spending account plans.
Short- and long-term disability paid by the company.
401(k) plan with up to 6% employer matching contribution.
Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.
Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
Tuition assistance and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
15 hours of paid community service time annually.
Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
Consumer discounts on various products and services.
Ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth opportunities.