Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; Glen (MS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Our client offers a highly competitive

bonus structure

Remote-first organization—work from SA

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist for a remote-first real estate investment group. You will identify, underwrite, and close profitable investment opportunities across markets, handling due diligence, negotiations, and the acquisition process from initial contact to closing.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in acquisitions, strong financial modeling using Excel (DCF, IRR), and excellent remote communication skills to manage brokers, sellers, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree or professional certification is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in real estate acquisitions, investment analysis, or corporate real estate.
• Strong financial modeling skills using Excel, including DCF, IRR, ROI, and sensitivity analysis.

Responsibilities

• Source off-market and on-market real estate investment opportunities.
• Perform financial analysis, including underwriting, pro forma modeling, and market research, to assess deal viability.
• Conduct thorough due diligence, including property inspections, title review, environmental assessments, and lease analysis.
• Negotiate purchase prices, terms, and conditions with sellers and their representatives.
• Coordinate closing with legal counsel, lenders, and title companies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, property owners, investors, and other industry professionals.
• Analyze market trends, economic conditions, and demographic data to identify strategic investment areas.
• Prepare investment committee memorandums and present findings and recommendations.
• Continuously evaluate and refine acquisition strategies to align with company objectives.
• Stay abreast of relevant real estate laws, regulations, and investment best practices.

Skills

Financial modeling

Negotiation

Communication

Remote work

Real estate investment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Real Estate/Economics

Master's degree or professional certification

Tools

CoStar

Argus

Proprietary software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent real estate investment group, is seeking a proactive and analytical Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist to join their expanding, remote-first team. This role is critical in identifying, evaluating, and securing new real estate investment opportunities across various markets. You will be responsible for sourcing deals, conducting thorough due diligence, negotiating purchase agreements, and managing the acquisition process from initial contact to closing. As a fully remote position, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leveraging digital tools and communication platforms to connect with sellers, brokers, and partners nationwide. The ideal candidate possesses strong financial analysis skills, a deep understanding of real estate investment strategies, and a proven ability to find and close profitable deals. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a growing portfolio from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and identify potential off-market and on-market real estate investment opportunities.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including underwriting, pro forma modeling, and market research, to assess deal viability.
• Perform thorough due diligence, including property inspections, title review, environmental assessments, and lease analysis.
• Negotiate purchase prices, terms, and conditions with sellers and their representatives.
• Manage the closing process, coordinating with legal counsel, lenders, and title companies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, property owners, investors, and other industry professionals.
• Analyze market trends, economic conditions, and demographic data to identify strategic investment areas.
• Prepare investment committee memorandums and present findings and recommendations.
• Continuously evaluate and refine acquisition strategies to align with company objectives.
• Stay abreast of relevant real estate laws, regulations, and investment best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or relevant professional certification is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in real estate acquisitions, investment analysis, or corporate real estate.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying, underwriting, and closing real estate deals.
• Strong financial modeling skills using Excel, including DCF, IRR, ROI, and sensitivity analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport remotely.
• Proficiency in real estate databases and market research tools (e.g., CoStar, Argus, proprietary software).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and make sound decisions.
• Understanding of various real estate asset classes (e.g., multifamily, industrial, retail, office).

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and bonus structure, reflecting the critical nature of this role.
• As a remote-first organization, we provide unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa .
• We invest in our employees' professional development and offer opportunities for career advancement within a growing investment firm.
• Join our innovative team and play a key role in expanding our real estate portfolio.