Acquisitions Associate

Selby Jennings; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking an Acquisitions Associate in Atlanta, GA, to evaluate new investment opportunities in real estate. This high-visibility position involves financial modeling, market research, and deal sourcing for built-to-rent and self-storage sectors. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, over 5 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, and strong analytical skills. The role offers exposure to senior leadership and covers various responsibilities in the investment process.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, or investment analysis.
• Direct experience with built-to-rent and/or self-storage underwriting is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain detailed Excel-based financial models.
• Conduct market rent surveys and comparable property analyses.
• Assist with deal flow evaluation and investment papers preparation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Quantitative analysis

Market research

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

About the Company Our client is an entrepreneurial, fast‑growing real estate investment firm headquartered in Buford, GA, focused on sourcing, acquiring, and developing opportunities across the built‑to‑rent (BTR) and self‑storage sectors in the Sunbelt and select high‑growth markets nationwide. Their lean team structure offers a high degree of exposure, autonomy, and direct interaction with senior leadership.

The Acquisitions Associate will play a central role in evaluating new investment opportunities, performing detailed financial analyses, underwriting development and acquisition scenarios, and supporting the deal execution process. This is a high‑visibility role suited for someone with strong quantitative skills, sharp market instincts, and hands‑on experience underwriting BTR and self‑storage deals.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Modeling & Underwriting

• Build and maintain detailed Excel‑based financial models for development and acquisition opportunities across BTR and self‑storage asset classes.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses, scenario modeling, lease‑up projections, exit analyses, and returns modeling (IRR, cash‑on‑cash, equity multiples).
• Evaluate land acquisition, development feasibility, and value‑add opportunities.

Market Research & Due Diligence

• Perform market rent surveys, comparable property analyses, demographic studies, and supply/demand assessments for target submarkets.
• Support the due diligence process, including lease audits, financial statement reviews, site visit coordination, vendor management, and communication with brokers/consultants.

Deal Sourcing & Execution Support

• Assist with evaluating inbound deal flow and building broker/developer relationships to support sourcing efforts.
• Prepare investment papers, IC memos, and presentation materials for internal partners and capital providers.
• Coordinate with legal, lenders, contractors, architects, and third‑party consultants throughout the closing process.

Portfolio & Pipeline Management

• Maintain acquisition pipeline tracking, stage updates, and deal status reports.
• Monitor performance of existing assets and update underwriting assumptions based on new operating data or market changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, private equity, or investment analysis.
• Direct experience with built‑to‑rent and/or self‑storage underwriting is strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel financial modeling (development pro forma, stabilized underwriting, return waterfalls).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment with a lean team and broad responsibilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex analyses to senior leadership.