Asset Management Associate

ClearHome Self Storage; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing investment firm as an Asset Management Associate, where you will play a pivotal role in optimizing operations and driving portfolio performance. In this dynamic position, you'll gain hands-on expertise in high-value real estate investments, enhance your skills in financial strategy, and collaborate with various stakeholders. This innovative firm values proactive problem solvers who thrive in a fast-paced environment, offering a competitive compensation package and a culture that fosters professional growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of real estate, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Multiple years of experience in property management or real estate.
• Strong organizational skills and strategic communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive property projects and optimize operations for asset performance.
• Support property evaluations and ensure compliance with budgets.

Skills

Property Management

Financial Analysis

Project Management

Strategic Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Finance, or related field

Tools

Financial Software

Project Management Tools

Job description

Full-Time | $65,000 - $75,000 DOE | Competitive Benefits | In-Person

VanWest Partners is a fast-growing real estate investment firm specializing in self-storage and retail properties across the U.S. Through our ClearHome Self Storage brand, we acquire, develop, and optimize properties to enhance performance and maximize long-term value.

Join a fast-growing investment firm as an Asset Management Associate , where you'll take an active role in optimizing operations, driving portfolio performance, and contributing to key investment initiatives in a high-growth environment. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, solutions-focused, and thrives in an environment that values autonomy, strategy, and execution.

What You'll Gain

• Develop hands-on expertise in high-value real estate investments across retail and self-storage assets, strengthening your skills in operations, financial strategy, and capital projects within a growing investment firm.
• Advance your career in asset management by deepening your knowledge of acquisitions, financial strategy, and operations, while taking on greater responsibility in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Drive meaningful impact by applying your real estate knowledge to optimize processes, improve efficiencies, and enhance portfolio performance.
• Expand your leadership and collaboration skills by working with vendors, tenants, landlords, and internal teams, strengthening stakeholder management and operational expertise.

What You'll Own

• Drive property projects and maintenance support by playing a key role in capital improvements, vendor coordination, and work order management, ensuring projects stay on track and align with company goals.
• Optimize operations and solve challenges by identifying inefficiencies in maintenance, financial tracking, and vendor management, then developing and implementing practical solutions that improve property performance.
• Enhance acquisitions and due diligence by supporting property evaluations, investment reports, and financial analysis to ensure data-driven investment decisions.
• Oversee compliance, budgets, and financial responsibilities by handling lease abstracts, insurance claims, late notices, AR collections, CAM reconciliations, and budget tracking, working closely with accounting to ensure accuracy.
• Strengthen coordination across teams by working with tenants, landlords, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth lease execution, operational efficiency, and strong stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee administrative, reporting, and process functions by maintaining monthly reports, processing vendor invoices and change orders, and updating vendor records, while cross-training in back-office operations.

Who You Are

• A real estate professional with multiple years of experience in property management, real estate, or a related field, ready to contribute to a dynamic investment portfolio.
• A strategic problem-solver who identifies challenges, develops solutions, and drives execution to enhance operational efficiency and asset performance.
• A proactive project contributor with strong organizational skills, ensuring capital projects, financial processes, and lease administration run smoothly.
• A clear and strategic communicator who analyzes information, articulates solutions, and collaborates effectively with tenants, vendors, internal teams and stakeholders.
• A relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, balancing attention to detail with big-picture thinking to create meaningful impact.

Benefits Package

We offer a competitive compensation package along with benefits designed to support your growth and well-being, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered.
• 401(k) with a company match to invest in your future.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Professional development programs to help you advance your career.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented culture where your ideas and impact matter.

Physical requirements

This is an on-site role that requires occasional travel. Candidates should be comfortable sitting or standing for extended periods, navigating property inspections, and performing light physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 lbs.

The pay range for this role is:

65,000 - 75,000 USD per year (Corporate (ClearHome))