Director of Acquisitions

Beacon Hill; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a Director of Acquisitions to source and secure opportunities for ground-up multifamily and mixed-use developments in Chicago and beyond. The role drives the acquisition strategy, builds a strong pipeline, and nurtures relationships with brokers, landowners, and industry partners to support expansion into new markets.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in real estate acquisitions or related fields, with a proven track record of securing land or development opportunities and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, or related fields.
• Strong relationships within the brokerage and real estate development communities.
• Experience evaluating multifamily and mixed-use projects, including underwriting and market analysis.

Responsibilities

• Source and secure land or development opportunities for ground-up projects.
• Drive the acquisition strategy and build a robust opportunity pipeline.
• Cultivate relationships with brokers, landowners, and industry partners; support market expansion.

Skills

Real estate acquisitions

Underwriting & market analysis

Broker/landowner relationships

Development feasibility

Job description

We're partnering with a growing real estate development firm to identify a Director of Acquisitions who will play a key role in sourcing and securing opportunities for ground-up multifamily and mixed-use developments. This individual will drive the firm's acquisition strategy, build a robust pipeline of on- and off-market opportunities, cultivate relationships with brokers, landowners, and industry partners, and help support expansion into new markets across Chicago, the Southeast, and beyond.

This is a highly visible position offering direct exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence the company's long-term growth strategy, development pipeline, and market expansion efforts.

We're seeking someone with:

• 5+ years of experience in real estate acquisitions, development, or related fields
• A proven track record of sourcing and securing land or development opportunities
• Strong relationships within the brokerage and real estate development communities
• Experience evaluating multifamily and mixed-use projects, including underwriting and market analysis
• A strategic mindset with the ability to identify and assess new market opportunities
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and business development skills
• An entrepreneurial approach and desire to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.