Acquisitions Analyst

Waterton; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment and management firm seeks an Acquisitions Analyst to assist in financial analysis and evaluation of investment opportunities. Responsibilities include cash flow analysis, due diligence, and preparing investment committee materials. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in real estate investment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Life, Disability insurance

401k + match

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Onsite gym

Qualifications

• 0 to 3+ years experience in real estate investment or consulting.
• Proficient in financial modeling and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cash flow and valuation analysis for acquisitions.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare investment committee materials.
• Work with capital markets team to prepare lender packages.

Skills

Financial modeling

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Waterton Corporate Office
222 S Riverside Plz
Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Waterton Corporate Office
222 S Riverside Plz
Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Waterton has grown from very humble beginnings with one phone and two desks to the successful, nationally recognized real estate investment and management firm it is today. As Waterton has evolved and grown, one thing has remained constant - the drive to achieve results by exceeding expectations.For 25 years Waterton remains passionate aboutdelivering an incredible Resident Experience, which we believe is made possible by offering an extraordinary experience for our talented associates. We value performance that delivers experiences that exceed expectations, coupled with an unwavering commitment to Investor, Guest, and Resident service excellence. Overall we are a collection of people who strive daily to “find the good and leave it better”.

Job Summary

The Acquisitions Analyst will be responsible for assisting the Acquisitions Department in the financial analysis, evaluation and presentation of investment opportunities consistent with client-specific and general firm investment criteria.

Your Impact and Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the cash flow and valuation analysis for potential acquisition opportunities
• Perform extensive financial modeling, including scenario and sensitivity analysis, development of sources and uses, discounted cash flows, promoted and carried interests.
• Conduct due diligence, prepare underwriting models and assist in identifying and mitigating potential risks to the investment.
• Assist in the preparation of Investment Committee materials including, but not limited to, a detailed investment memo, rent comps and sale comps.
• Present prepared investment committee materials to Senior Leadership as requested.
• Ensure accuracy of all models utilized
• Work directly with capital markets team to prepare lender packages for new acquisitions and re-financings.
• Work closely with senior acquisition officers to learn market fundamentals and start networking with local brokerage community.
• Assist the Investor Relations Team with the Investor RFP process and various Fund modeling as requested.
• Support the Investment & Operations teams in managing the due diligence process, including but not limited to coordination of internal and 3rd party due diligence team and information.
• Assist with compiling financial analyses, diligence, and work with operations & construction to complete underwriting of potential acquisition objectives.
• Work with portfolio and risk management teams to ensure accurate underwriting of real estate taxes and insurance.
• Evaluate divestment scenarios, provide divestiture recommendations and support the Investment and Operations team during the disposition process.
• Complete special projects and ad hoc assignments as requested.

What You’ll Bring- Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience in business, finance, real estate, or a related field required.
• 0 to 3+ years progressive real estate investment or consulting experience in development, acquisitions, or similar roles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and advanced skillset in Microsoft Excel.
• Financial modeling experience highly preferred.

Task-oriented, ensuring are completed quickly and completely; Manages all aspects of a project, from initiation through the process and to completion.

Ability to make decisions under pressure; Collaborative; Prefers to come to consensus; Able to persuade others, or “sell” ideas.

Warm and affable communication style; Delegates, with supportive and friendly follow up.

• Sense of urgency for goal achievement. Has the ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
• Travel is required, and may be up to 25%

At Waterton, we recognize that compensation and benefits are important to our associates. We offer a wide variety of benefits including:

• Competitive compensation and incentive program participation
• Full suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and even pet insurance
• 401k + match
• Generous paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays
• A commitment to life-long learning through learning plans that include internal and external trainings, as well as consideration for tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts and wellness initiatives, like an onsite gym.
• Hybrid work environment (based on business or position needs)

The typical base salary hiring range for this role is $70,000.00-$100,000.00 per year, plus bonus program participation.

The pay range is a base pay only and does not include any additional compensation or bonuses that this position may be eligible for. The pay range is approximate and the actual pay may vary depending on related work experience, certifications, education, and other job related factors.

Waterton welcomes all.

Waterton is an equal opportunity employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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