Associate, Asset Management

ZMR Capital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct exposure to strategy and executive decision-making

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Leadership team focused on innovation and efficiency

Job summary

A growing real estate investment firm in Los Angeles is seeking an Asset Management Associate to optimize performance across its national portfolio. This role involves financial reporting, market research, and collaboration with executive leadership. The ideal candidate has 3-4 years of experience in asset management or finance, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a relevant degree. Join us to make a real impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in asset management, acquisitions, finance, or related roles.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with financial modeling.
• Understanding of budgeting, property operations, and investment principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze property operations and portfolio performance.
• Support budget reviews and leasing performance optimization.
• Prepare quarterly reporting packages and cash flow projections.
• Collaborate with property management and executive leadership.

Skills

Real estate asset management

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

BS/BA in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or Economics

Job description

ZMR Capital is a fast-growing, privately held real estate investment firm specializing in value-add and core-plus multifamily communities across the United States. With a rapidly expanding national footprint and a commitment to innovation, we acquire, operate, and transform apartment communities to deliver exceptional results for our investors and best-in-class living experiences for our residents.

At ZMR Capital, we move quickly, think like owners, and empower our team to create real impact. If you’re entrepreneurial, analytical, and passionate about real estate, we’d love to connect.

The Role: Asset Management Associate

As an Asset Management Associate, you will play a critical role in maximizing performance across ZMR Capital’s national portfolio. You’ll support financial reporting, asset strategy, underwriting, investor communications, and transaction execution. This is a high-visibility, hands‑on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative, and execution‑focused environment.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze property operations and portfolio performance to identify growth opportunities
• Support budget vs. actual reviews, capital plans, and leasing performance optimization
• Conduct market research, rent studies, and competitive analysis
• Assist with dispositions, refinances, recapitalizations, and lender reporting
• Prepare quarterly reporting packages, valuations, and cash flow projections
• Maintain internal dashboards, performance metrics, and asset-level data systems
• Collaborate with property management, acquisitions, and executive leadership to drive outcomes

What You Bring

• 3–4 years of experience in real estate asset management, acquisitions, finance, or related analytical roles
• BS/BA in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
• Understanding of budgeting, property operations, and investment principles

Why ZMR Capital?

• Rapidly growing national multifamily portfolio
• Direct exposure to deals, strategy, and executive decision‑making
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one
• A leadership team committed to innovation, efficiency, and operational excellence