Vice President, Acquisitions

Gillon Property Group • Highland Park, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Gillon Property Group is hiring a VP of Acquisitions to lead sourcing, underwriting, and execution of commercial investment opportunities — with a focus on retail, mixed-use, and other commercial product types. This person will play a lead role in expanding GPG's acquisitions pipeline, representing the firm in the market, and structuring deals from initial sourcing through closing. This is a senior, high-visibility seat that works directly with the CIO and firm leadership on investment strategy.

Requirements

• 10+ years of commercial real estate acquisitions experience, with a strong focus on retail and/or mixed-use product types
• Demonstrated track record of sourcing, underwriting, and closing commercial transactions independently
• Advanced financial modeling and underwriting skills
• Strong negotiation and deal structuring experience
• Demonstrated leadership ability — experience managing or mentoring junior team members
• Excellent communication skills; comfortable representing the firm externally and presenting to ownership/investment committee
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field

Nice To Haves

• Established broker and capital markets relationships within the Dallas/Texas market a strong plus
• Experience with Argus Enterprise strongly preferred
• MBA a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Source and originate new commercial acquisition opportunities through broker relationships, direct owner outreach, and market networking
• Lead underwriting and financial analysis of prospective deals, including complex or non-standard structures
• Structure and negotiate letters of intent, purchase agreements, and key deal terms
• Lead due diligence efforts, coordinating internal teams and external advisors (legal, lenders, consultants)
• Prepare and present investment committee materials, including market analysis, deal thesis, and return projections
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, lenders, JV partners, and other market participants across the commercial real estate landscape
• Track and report on pipeline activity and market conditions to firm leadership
• Mentor and provide direction to Analysts and Associates supporting the acquisitions function
• Partner with Asset Management to ensure smooth transition of newly acquired assets into the portfolio

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + annual performance-based bonus
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employee
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with a 6% company match
• 3 weeks of PTO per year, plus 5 sick days
• 12 company paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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