Acquisitions Research Associate

Atlantic Pacific Companies; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time-Off/Holidays

Employee discounts on various services

Job summary

A dynamic real estate firm in Miami is seeking an Acquisitions Research Associate to support research of real estate opportunities and assist with funding applications for affordable housing. This role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in GIS software, and experience with housing programs. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Comprehensive benefits include employer-paid health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and GIS software essential.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail needed.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze affordable housing program regulations.
• Identify land acquisition opportunities.
• Assist with preparation of funding applications.

Skills

High proficiency with Microsoft software

Experience with ESRI products

Strong writing skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

GIS software

Python programming language

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Google Earth

Job description

Atlantic Pacific Companies

Atlantic Pacific Companies is a dynamic industry leader with a growing and diverse portfolio of properties throughout Florida, Georgia, Texas, California, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.

About the Role

We are looking for an Acquisitions Research Associate ready to take their career to the next level. The associate will support the Acquisitions/Applications team in researching real estate opportunities and providing support for applications to federal, state, and local governments for affordable and workforce housing. The role will include maintaining and enhancing the quality of GIS datasets.

Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and interpret Qualified Allocation Plans and federal, state, and local government affordable housing program rules and regulations.
• Search for development opportunities, conduct preliminary screening, analyze opportunities, and assist in the preparation of submissions.
• Identify land acquisition opportunities that align with strategic goals.
• Conduct zoning and planning research.
• Assist with preparation and submission of funding applications to federal, state, and local government finance agencies.
• Research and collect data and update GIS, Google Earth, and Google Maps databases.
• Assist the team with acquisition and underwriting due diligence.
• Attend meetings and workshops as necessary.
• Maintain pertinent paper and electronic files and records with naming conventions, ensuring completeness and organization.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• High proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth.
• Experience with ESRI products and Python programming language is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize.
• Experience with grant writing, state or federal housing programs, particularly the LIHTC program is a strong plus.
• Some overnight travel and flexible hours to meet deadlines required.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid health insurance options (after 30 days of employment).
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, and other supplemental insurance benefits.
• Paid Time‑Off/Holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and a personal floating holiday.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discounts on rental cars, movie tickets, Disney tickets, and gym memberships.
• Yearly recognition gifts.

Atlantic Pacific Companies is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Atlantic Pacific Companies is a drug‑free workplace.