Associate Real Estate Investment Banking

The Harrison Rush Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

The Harrison Rush Group in New York seeks an Investment Banking Associate to join Real Estate Advisory. You will lead live deal execution, manage financial modeling, and coordinate with senior bankers and clients on high-profile REITs, sponsors, developers, and property owners worldwide.

The role emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and rigorous analysis, with exposure to cross-border mandates, complex restructurings, and equity and debt capital raises. MBA valued; 2–4 years IB experience warranted.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of Investment Banking experience with a strong M&A advisory foundation.
• Direct exposure to Real Estate, Gaming, Lodging, or Infrastructure M&A preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related discipline; MBA preferred.
• Advanced financial modeling and strong communication with leadership and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution across live Real Estate transactions (M&A, carve-outs, LBOs, debt/equity advisory).
• Oversee and build integrated 3-statement NAV, DCF, LBO, and sensitivity models; manage data rooms.
• Draft CIMs, pitch books, board decks; supervise junior analysts and mentor interns.

Skills

Investment Banking

M&A Advisory

Financial Modeling

Communication Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Real Estate/Economics

MBA preferred

Job description

Job Title: Investment Banking Associate – Real Estate Advisory

Position Type:

Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptionally talented and motivated Investment Banking Associate to join our dedicated Real Estate coverage group within our global advisory practice. As a premier elite boutique, our core focus is providing pure, unbiased strategic advice on high-profile M&A, complex restructurings, spin-offs, and equity and debt capital raises for leading REITs, private equity sponsors, real estate developers, and corporate property owners worldwide.

In this role, you will act as a central lead on live deal execution—managing financial modeling workstreams, drafting transaction materials, guiding junior analysts, and maintaining direct communication with senior executives and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Execution & Sector Valuation

• Lead day-to-day execution across live Real Estate transactions, including sell-side and buy-side M&A, carve-outs, LBOs, and debt/equity capital advisory.

• Oversee and build comprehensive integrated 3-statement models, NAV models, DCFs, LBOs, accretion/dilution analyses, and property-level asset valuation sensitivities.

• Direct real estate due diligence processes, managing data room operations and managing interaction with client management, legal teams, and accounting advisers.

Deal Preparation & Client Strategy

• Lead the drafting of client presentations, Confidential Information Memoranda (CIMs), pitch books, board decks, and public shareholder documents.

• Conduct in-depth qualitative and quantitative research on real estate sub-sectors, macroeconomic indicators, property market trends, and competitive landscapes.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Supervise, manage, and actively mentor junior analysts and interns, overseeing the quality, accuracy, and depth of their financial models and deliverables.

• Help foster an inclusive, collaborative, and growth-oriented team environment where feedback and development are prioritized.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 2–4 years of Investment Banking experience (as an Analyst/Associate) with a strong foundation in M&A advisory. Direct exposure to Real Estate, Gaming, Lodging, or Infrastructure M&A is highly preferred.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related discipline from a top-tier institution (MBA preferred).

• Financial Modeling Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of corporate finance principles, real estate financial modeling (NAV, LBO, DCF, M&A), and financial statement analysis.

• Communication: Superior written and verbal communication skills with a track record of interacting effectively with internal leadership and external client teams.

• Licensing: Active FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 (or regional equivalent) preferred.

Why Join Us? (Culture, Mentorship & Elite Boutique Focus)

Elite Boutique Strategic Impact

Because we operate on a purely advisory basis without the conflicts of balance-sheet lending, our focus remains 100% on high-value, strategic M&A and corporate finance advisory for market-leading clients.

• Mentorship & Long-Term Growth: Built on a collaborative, relationship-first ethos, our firm invests heavily in individualized coaching. You will work side-by-side with seasoned Directors and Managing Directors who are committed to your professional development and career progression.

• Unrivaled Deal Access: Our lean execution team structures guarantee direct exposure to strategic deal-making, cross-border complexity, and board-level client dialogue on every mandate.

• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on maintaining an environment where diverse perspectives are genuinely valued. We emphasize teamwork, intellectual rigor, integrity, and sustainable career longevity.

• Competitive Compensation: Top-tier market base salary with attractive discretionary annual performance bonuses and comprehensive employee health and wellness benefits.