Investment Analyst (Summer 2027)

Ryan Companies Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Educational Assistance

Pet insurance

Volunteer time

Job summary

Ryan Companies is seeking a Real Estate Investment Analyst to analyze Ryan-owned and developed projects and underwrite potential acquisitions. You will support SVP/VP/Directors in capital markets needs from inception to disposition and assist Asset/Portfolio Management.

A minimum of 1 year in CRE financial analysis and a Bachelor's degree are required. You will model cash flows, interpret lease documents, and prepare investment offerings while maintaining strong relationships with partners and

Qualifications

• 1+ year of financial analysis experience related to commercial real estate transactions.
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) required.
• Ability to develop strong relationships, work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis of Ryan-owned and developed projects and underwriting of potential acquisitions.
• Model real estate issues and cash flows using appropriate tools (e.g., Excel, Argus).
• Interpret lease agreements and analyze loan and sale documents.
• Support capital markets needs and prepare investment offerings and reports.
• Assist in gathering/archiving financial analysis information and maintain broker relationships.

Skills

Financial analysis

Argus knowledge

Excel modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Argus

Excel

Job description

Job Description: The Real Estate Investment Analyst is responsible for the analysis of Ryan-owned and developed projects and the underwriting and analysis of potential acquisitions while supporting the Senior Vice President (SVP), Vice President (VP) and Directors in managing the capital markets needs for assets from inception to final disposition and acquisitions. This position also supports Asset Management and Portfolio Management. To be successful in this role, you must have at least 1 year of financial analysis experience related to commercial real estate transactions, including a solid understanding of the strengths and challenges of real estate projects. A bachelor's degree (or equivalent) is required. You must be able to develop strong relationships & work both independently and on a team. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are required.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Financial Analysis Interpret and apply information in loan and sale documents.
• Strong working knowledge of Argus.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, including the ability to model complex financial structures.
• Model real estate issues and cash flows using appropriate tools.
• Evaluate and project cash flows for Ryan Funds.
• Packaging/Data Gathering Synthesize an executive summary for an investment offering.
• Gather, document and archive financial analysis information.
• Interpret lease agreements.
• Provide analysis and support to the process of generating high-end investment offerings.
• Work with venture partners to provide analysis and information.
• Help prepare Ryan Fund reports.
• Process Management Related Responsibilities Understands and provides support for crafting and articulation of the "story of why" for the development and disposition of real estate assets.
• Understand and provide support to manage broker interactions and relationships.
• Capital Market Responsibilities Analysis and support of developing and maintaining strong relationships with representatives of capital market providers and investment bankers.
• Support of targeted marketing of investment properties for sale.

Compensation: The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities.

Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates: Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [e-mail]

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

With more than 80 years in business and 17 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don’t just build buildings – we build stories. Ryan Companies US, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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If we can help accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you receive communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at [e-mail]