2027 U.S. Analyst Program

Eastdil Secured Savills; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastdil Secured Savills seeks Analysts for the U.S. Analyst Program to develop skills in underwriting asset sales and debt placement across property types. Analysts work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship during a two-year program.

Analysts will perform financial modeling, market research, and prepare presentations. Candidates should have a spring 2027 graduation timeline or earlier and show a strong interest in commercial real estate finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree anticipated Spring 2027 or earlier.
• Professional experience through internships, part-time or full-time work and/or extra-curricular activities.
• Interest in financial services with a focus on commercial real estate finance.

Responsibilities

• Assist transaction professionals with underwriting and execution of asset sales and debt placement across a variety of property types.
• Work closely with senior team members to prepare presentations, financial analyses, and other transaction-related materials.
• Perform comprehensive company, property, market, and industry research and analysis.
• Conduct financial modeling and evaluate property-level operating and financial performance.
• Support the collection, organization, and review of due diligence materials.
• Assist in the preparation of pitches, offering memoranda, marketing materials, and other transaction-related presentations.
• Analyze market data, comparable transactions, and relevant industry trends to support transaction execution.
• Support transaction teams throughout various stages of the deal process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Excel proficiency

Financial modeling

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance/real estate/economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Eastdil Secured Savills is the global real estate investment bank that uniquely combines commercial real estate and capital markets expertise. We provide truly independent advice with the mission to drive value for our clients through creative, actionable ideas and flawless execution. Our knowledge-driven team is comprised of remarkable people who are seamlessly connected across all levels and geographies, merging experience, expertise, and resources to deliver the best strategies from around the globe. With a focus on serving our clients, we thrive on collaboration to execute the world’s most dynamic transactions.

At Eastdil Secured Savills, we seek individuals who have strong analytical skills and can craft compelling narratives on behalf of our clients and who also demonstrate the grit and determination necessary to become the leaders of tomorrow. We hire and advance based on merit and are committed to engaging talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives; by doing so, we aim to foster creativity and innovation throughout our company.

The U.S. Analyst Program, which lasts up to two years, provides Analysts the opportunity to develop the skills and experience necessary to succeed as a commercial real estate professional. Analysts work alongside experienced transaction professionals, gaining hands-on experience underwriting asset sales and debt placement across all property types. Through exposure to some of the industry’s most relevant transactions, Analysts develop a comprehensive understanding of commercial real estate and the capital markets. Throughout the program, Analysts also receive on-the-job training, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to support their professional development.

We are seeking Analysts in the following Eastdil Secured Savills office locations: Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. Most offices recruit Analysts for generalist roles, providing exposure across property types and transaction types. The San Francisco and New York offices also recruit for specialized teams.

San Francisco Applicants: Candidates may be considered for either the generalist team or the M&A/Corporate Advisory Team. The M&A/Corporate Advisory team is dedicated to understanding the unique operating environments of public and private real estate clients and combines strong relationships, capital markets expertise, and real estate knowledge to provide strategic advice. The team’s advisory capabilities include mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, equity and debt recapitalizations, portfolio sales, and other strategic transactions.

New York Applicants: Candidates may be considered for the Alternatives Team, which is geographically and product-type agnostic and focuses on a range of non-traditional real estate verticals nationally. In recent years, the team has executed many of the industry’s largest traditional equity sales, recapitalizations, and programmatic joint venture structures, particularly in the self-storage, manufactured housing, and SFR/BTR sectors.

The 2027 U.S. Analyst Program will start on August 9th, 2027.

Essential Functions

• Assist transaction professionals with the underwriting and execution of asset sales and debt placement across a variety of property types
• Work closely with senior team members to prepare presentations, financial analyses, and other transaction-related materials
• Perform comprehensive company, property, market, and industry research and analysis
• Conduct financial modeling and evaluate property-level operating and financial performance
• Support the collection, organization, and review of due diligence materials
• Assist in the preparation of pitches, offering memoranda, marketing materials, and other transaction-related presentations, as applicable by office and assignment
• Analyze market data, comparable transactions, and relevant industry trends to support transaction execution
• Support transaction teams throughout various stages of the deal process

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree or currently pursuing degree with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2027 or earlier
• Professional experience through internships, part-time or full-time work and/or extra-curricular activities

Experience, Skills and Competencies Required

• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Exposure to financial modeling and proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated interest in building a career in financial services, with a focus on commercial real estate finance
• Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced, and highly focused environment
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Strong sense of personal accountability and commitment to achieving results

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eastdil Secured Savills (“ESS”) is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. ESS will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and candidates upon request, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact [e-mail].

ESS will not sponsor visas for these positions and will not hire individuals whose work eligibility is based on, for example, F-1 or other student visa status. In addition, not only must candidates be able to work in the United States without sponsorship when hired, they must maintain the ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship throughout their employment.