Senior Analyst

Hines; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Hines is hiring in Vancouver to support the development/investment lifecycle, including design, marketing, construction, and asset management. You will perform financial modeling, diligence, and market research to evaluate opportunities and drive leasing strategies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in real estate/finance and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, with Argus proficiency a plus. Collaborative, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented candidates thrive here.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Two+ years related experience in real estate, private equity, investment banking, or financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with intermediate-advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Aptitude to become proficient in Argus real estate modeling software; prior experience is a plus.
• Ability to analyze real estate and industry trends strategically.
• Ability to interpret data to draw conclusions and solve problems.
• Perform numerical/financial calculations including DCF, NPV, IRR in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior management across the development/investment lifecycle, including design, marketing, construction, and asset management.
• Conduct financial modeling and analysis for acquisition/development opportunities using Argus and Excel.
• Support due diligence with document control, lease abstracts, and projections verification.
• Assist asset management tasks including market research, leasing, and capital project feasibility.
• Support leasing strategy decisions and underwriting of opportunities.
• Maintain and update sales and lease comparable databases.
• Prepare presentations and proposals with written/graphic components.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Argus

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Data interpretation

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Argus

Job description

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

Assist senior management with all aspects of the real estate development/investment lifecycle, including the design, marketing, and construction of ongoing projects, asset management of existing properties, and feasibility analysis of potential development and acquisition opportunities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Participate in the management of development projects including feasibility analysis, entitlement processes, financing, design, contracting, and construction management.

• Perform analysis of acquisition and development opportunities using financial modeling with a combination of Argus and Excel software, analysis of cash flows, and application of valuation methods.

• Assist with due diligence process for acquisitions by performing document control, reading lease abstracts, verifying projections, and other duties as assigned.

• Participate in the asset management of existing properties including market research, leasing, property sales, and administration of investor requirements. Duties may include reviewing leases and property financial statements and determining feasibility of proposed capital projects.

• Perform market research and analyze business proposals to support leasing strategies and decisions as well as the underwriting of acquisition and development opportunities.

• Source, maintain, and update sales and lease comparable databases.

• Prepare presentation materials and proposals with responsibility for written and graphic requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Two or more years related experience in real estate, private equity, investment banking, or other financial analysis role.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office software with intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Aptitude to become proficient in Argus real estate modeling software essential. Prior experience with Argus is a positive.
• Analyze real estate and industry trends from a strategic point of view.
• Analyze and interpret various types of data in order to draw conclusions and solve problems.
• Perform numerical and financial calculations and analysis including discounted cash flow, NPV and IRR through Microsoft Excel.
• Compose business letters, expositions, summaries, and reports, using proper format, punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
• Exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
• Think creatively and contribute to project success.
• Successfully manage a variety of tasks within a tight time schedule.
• Demonstrate strong initiative and an ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Interact with employees, visitors, and business partners with poise and diplomacy.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative working atmosphere among staff.
• Ability to thrive in a high pressure environment.
• Compensation: $106,500 - $122,500

Closing

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.