Mergers and Acquisitions Manager

Paro; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing multifamily real estate firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Associate / Manager of Multifamily Investments. This critical role encompasses sourcing and evaluating multifamily acquisition opportunities, building financial models, and managing transaction processes. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and have 4-7 years of experience in commercial real estate, preferably in multifamily sectors. Competitive base salary range of $125,000 – $150,000 plus performance bonuses are offered, along with a clear progression path to Director-level responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in commercial real estate, preferably in multifamily acquisitions.
• Proven experience with financial modeling and underwriting.
• Working knowledge of debt structures and transaction processes.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate multifamily acquisition opportunities.
• Build and maintain detailed financial models for value-add and repositioning strategies.
• Support dealings in contract negotiations and transaction execution.

Skills

Financial modeling

Underwriting

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Transaction management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business

Tools

Excel

Real estate modeling software

Job description

Compensation: $125,000 – $150,000 base + performance bonus

The Opportunity

Our client is a growing multifamily real estate investment and development firm focused on acquiring and repositioning naturally occurring affordable and workforce housing across the Mid-Atlantic. They are seeking a Senior Associate / Manager of Multifamily Investments to play a critical execution role across acquisitions, underwriting, and transaction management. This role offers direct exposure to the full investment lifecycle, meaningful deal responsibility, and a clear path to advancement as the portfolio scales.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate multifamily acquisition opportunities through broker relationships, off-market channels, and proprietary networks


• Build and maintain detailed financial models and underwriting for value-add and repositioning strategies


• Market and submarket analysis


• Property financial and operating reviews


• Assisting with site visits and inspections


• Support LOI development, contract negotiations, and transaction execution


• Coordinate with lenders through financing processes from term sheet to closing


• Assist in preparing investment committee materials and lender/investor presentations


• Track deal timelines and coordinate internal and external stakeholders


• Collaborate closely with asset management and property management teams to ensure underwriting assumptions reflect operational realities


• Represent the firm at industry events and maintain strong broker and lender relationships

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or related field


• 4–7 years of experience in commercial real estate, with a strong preference for multifamily acquisitions or investment analysis


• Proven experience with financial modeling and underwriting


• Working knowledge of debt structures, capital markets, and transaction processes


• Advanced Excel skills; experience with real estate modeling software a plus


• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills


• Ability to manage multiple transactions concurrently in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with value-add multifamily strategies


• Exposure to Mid-Atlantic multifamily markets


• Master’s degree or professional designations (CFA, CCIM) a plus, not required

Compensation & Growth

• Base salary: $125,000 – $150,000, commensurate with experience


• Performance-based bonus tied to acquisitions and execution milestones


• Clear progression path to Director-level responsibility as the portfolio grows