Acquisition Associate

Stake Property Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stake Property Group in New York City seeks an Acquisitions Associate focused on distressed real estate opportunities. The role offers hands-on experience in sourcing, underwriting, and closing NYC assets, with close collaboration with the Principal.

The ideal candidate is highly driven, entrepreneurial, and eager to learn acquisitions processes, from deal sourcing to closing, while building relationships with brokers and industry professionals.

Qualifications

• Interest in real estate investing and acquisitions.
• Analytical mindset; financial or real estate background a plus, not required.
• Willingness to learn and work directly with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Source and identify distressed real estate opportunities across NYC (multifamily and retail assets).
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, owners, and industry professionals.
• Conduct outreach via calls, emails, and in-person meetings to uncover off-market deals.
• Assist in underwriting deals, including financial analysis, rent comps, and valuation.
• Support due diligence efforts and deal execution.
• Track leads and opportunities through internal systems.
• Attend property tours, meetings, and negotiations with the Principal.

Job description

Real Estate Acquisitions Associate (Commission-Based)

Company: Stake Property Group

Location: Brooklyn Ny

About the Role

Stake Property Group is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Acquisitions Associate to join our growing real estate investment team. This is a commission-based position designed for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in sourcing, underwriting, and closing distressed real estate opportunities across New York City.

You will work directly with the Principal, gaining real-time exposure to the full lifecycle of real estate acquisitions—from deal sourcing to closing.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and identify distressed real estate opportunities across NYC (multifamily and retail assets)
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, owners, and industry professionals
• Conduct outreach via calls, emails, and in-person meetings to uncover off-market deals
• Assist in underwriting deals, including financial analysis, rent comps, and valuation
• Support due diligence efforts and deal execution
• Track leads and opportunities through internal systems
• Attend property tours, meetings, and negotiations with the Principal

What You’ll Learn

• How to identify and source distressed real estate deals in competitive NYC markets
• Hands-on underwriting and financial modeling
• Exposure to acquisitions strategy, deal structuring, and negotiations
• Insight into working with brokers, lenders, attorneys, and city agencies
• Real-world experience across multifamily and retail investments

Compensation & Growth

• 100% Commission-Based (Initial Period)
• Competitive commission per closed deal with strong earning potential
• High-upside opportunity for top performers
• After an initial 2-month evaluation period , high-performing associates will be considered for a transition to a base salary plus bonus structure, in addition to commissions
• Clear path for long-term growth within the company and potential participation in larger deals over time

Ideal Candidate

• Highly driven, self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong interest in real estate investing and acquisitions
• Comfortable with outreach (calls, networking, in-person meetings)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Analytical mindset (financial or real estate background is a plus, not required)
• Willingness to learn and work directly with leadership

Why Join Stake Property Group

• Direct mentorship from an experienced Principal
• Hands-on exposure to real deals in NYC
• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Significant upside and growth potential for those who prove themselves