Analyst, Asset Management

Manulife; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking an Analyst for its US Asset Management team in Atlanta. The role involves complex financial modeling, supporting asset management and transactions, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a relevant undergraduate degree, along with 2-4 years of experience in the field.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits packages

Flexible work policies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in capital markets or institutional real estate.
• Knowledge of real estate investment and asset management concepts.
• Capable of managing competing priorities under strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and support asset-level decision-making.
• Draft investment committee memorandums for leasing and dispositions.
• Support asset-level business plans and valuation models.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Real Estate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Argus Enterprise

Yardi

Job description

Manulife Investment Management (“MIM”) is the global wealth and asset management segment of Manulife Financial Corporation. MIM's global real estate (“GRE”) platform provides investment solutions globally as part of its comprehensive private markets’ capabilities, offering core, core-plus, and value-add strategies.

MIM’s GRE team leverages its global platform and regional market knowledge to identify opportunities and drive results for its clients. As of December 31, 2024, its sustainably operated platform includes 90 million square feet of office, industrial, retail, and multifamily assets located across Canada, the United States, and the Asia Pacific region, with approximately $20 billion USD of real estate (500+ properties). The team is expanding its capabilities to meet evolving market opportunities, building a strong and diverse global culture as an entrepreneurial investment manager.

MIM is seeking an Analyst, US Asset Management, to play a key role within the growing platform. The Asset Management team is responsible for creating and driving the business plans for assets across the portfolios of MIM’s clients. The Analyst will support primarily East Coast assets, and is responsible for complex financial modeling and analysis, production of investment memorandums and supporting asset management and transactions teams. The Analyst will work closely with Asset Managers on leasing, property management, capital projects, and valuations, while gaining exposure to the Transactions and Capital Markets teams through acquisitions, dispositions and refinancings of assets within the region. This role requires an individual who can bring enthusiasm each day to the workplace and demonstrate an ability to handle workload management and can perform during high pressure situations related to deadlines. The position reports directly to a Director, US Asset Management, and this position will sit in the Atlanta, GA office.

Responsibilities:

Provide financial analysis and support for asset-level decision-making and transactions.

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and reporting across the region’s portfolio, delivering forward-thinking analysis to support decision-making and strategy
• Conduct and/or support analysis for evaluation of leasing opportunities, capital projects, and tenant credit. Develop and present findings for Senior Management and Portfolio Managers as required
• Draft investment committee memorandums for leasing and dispositions as needed
• Assist with acquisitions and dispositions when applicable
• Play an integral role in identifying market trends and extracting insights for the regional portfolio, contributing to market commentary produced by Asset Managers.Present and review with Senior Management and Portfolio Managers as required
• Review and validate Yardi monthly financials/operating statements and variance reports. Understand cash flow requirements and distribution analysis
• Support ongoing loan compliance and credit/security monitoring activities

Support asset-level business plans and valuation models.

• Support Asset Manager coordination, production, and presentation of annual business plans to Senior Management and Portfolio Managers
• Build and maintain quarterly Argus models and support hold vs. sell analyses conducted by regional Asset Managers. Undertake model audits, quality assurance reviews, and support standard processes compliance
• Coordinate appraisal review and commentary by regional Asset Managers and conduct variance analysis to external appraisals

Support Asset Manager in oversight of leasing, property management, and capital projects.

• Manage the collaboration with leasing brokers, including the review of LOIs and preparation of financials analysis to support leasing recommendations
• Review and selectively audit asset-level financial reporting submitted from Property Managers, including capital commitment forecasts, expense recovery calculations, and funding projections. Oversee timeliness of Yardi financial and accounting information submitted from Property Managers
• Review quarterly reforecast packages compiled by property management.
• Support special projects and conduct ad-hoc analyses as required.
• Work with MIM business leaders to communicate effectively both internally and externally.

What motivates you?

• You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.
• You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.
• You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.
• You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.
• You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.
• You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What we are looking for:

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Real Estate from top academic institution required
• Minimum of 2-4 years of proven experience preferably from one of the top capital markets brokerage firms or other institutional real estate organizations
• Knowledge of real estate investment, asset management, accounting and administration concepts
• Capable of managing competing priorities and maintaining strong attention to detail under strict deadlines
• Superior analytical and critical thinking skills (both quantitative and qualitative).
• Able to successfully work in a team-oriented environment and partner with different functional groups
• Strong work ethic, a high level of integrity, and the desire to take initiative
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational, time management and priority setting skills.
• Focused and self-motivated teammate who balances independent thinking with the execution capabilities and strengths of the rest of the organization.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, creation of templates) and Argus Enterprise. Experience with real estate accounting systems, experience with Yardi a plus
• Some travel may be required

What can we offer you?

• A competitive salary and benefits packages.
• A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
• A focus on growing your career path with us.
• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

• Values-first culture
  We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.
• Boundless opportunity
  We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
• Continuous innovation
  We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.
• Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.
• Championing Corporate Citizenship
  We build a business that benefits all collaborators and has a positive social and environmental impact.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Referenced Salary Location

Atlanta, Georgia

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$76,000.00 USD - $127,000.00 USD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [e-mail] for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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