Real Estate Asset Analyst

Hobbs Brook Real Estate; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Hobbs Brook Real Estate LLC, a premier commercial real estate group, is seeking a Senior Real Estate Analyst to join our Boston-area team. You will partner with asset management and leadership to evaluate portfolio performance, investment opportunities, and operational initiatives.

You will build financial models, conduct market research, and develop dashboards for executive reporting, using ARGUS and Excel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in real estate analysis, asset management, acquisitions, investments, valuation, finance, or a related field preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in real estate analysis, asset management, acquisitions, investments, valuation, finance, or a related field with argus certification considered
• Recent grads with real estate focused internships and argus experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic decision-making across HBRE's commercial real estate portfolio through financial analysis, market research, and business intelligence.
• Partner with Asset Management and senior leadership to evaluate portfolio performance, investment opportunities, and operational initiatives.
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and best practices impacting portfolio performance.
• Develop financial models, underwriting analyses, scenario planning, dashboards, market plans, and executive reporting materials.
• Evaluate the financial impact of leasing, capital projects, acquisitions, and other real estate transactions utilizing NPV, IRR, and other valuation methodologies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets from multiple sources to identify key business trends, cost drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare and maintain analyses utilizing ARGUS, Microsoft Excel, and other real estate investment platforms to support investment and asset management decisions.
• Track portfolio performance metrics and contribute to reporting that informs strategic planning and long-term value creation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, real estate, business, or related field

Tools

ARGUS Enterprise

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Hobbs Brook Real Estate LLC is an innovative commercial real estate leader with a portfolio of forward-thinking, sustainable properties in the United States and Singapore. Shaping the market since 1952, the company acquires, develops, manages, and serves as a valued partner to a variety of stakeholders. Hobbs Brook Real Estate (HBRE) brings unique property visions to life with a commitment to improving both the environment and the community. For additional information, please visit www.hobbsbrook.com. HBRE is the real estate division of FM.

Schedule & Location

• Employment Type: Full-time, exempt (salaried), Hours are M-F, 9:00am-5pm.


• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position

Responsibilities

Join Hobbs Brook Real Estate (HBRE) and help shape strategic decisions across a premier commercial real estate portfolio. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, influence investment and operational decisions, and gain exposure to acquisitions, asset management, leasing strategy, financial analysis, and portfolio performance. If you enjoy transforming data into business insights and want to broaden your real estate investment expertise, this role offers a unique opportunity for growth and impact. You'll combine financial analysis, market intelligence, and strategic thinking to support investment and asset management decisions that drive portfolio value and long-term success.

Responsibilities Include

• Support strategic decision-making across HBRE's commercial real estate portfolio through financial analysis, market research, and business intelligence.


• Partner with Asset Management and senior leadership to evaluate portfolio performance, investment opportunities, and operational initiatives.


• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and best practices impacting portfolio performance.


• Develop financial models, underwriting analyses, scenario planning, dashboards, market plans, and executive reporting materials.


• Evaluate the financial impact of leasing, capital projects, acquisitions, and other real estate transactions utilizing NPV, IRR, and other valuation methodologies.


• Collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets from multiple sources to identify key business trends, cost drivers, risks, and opportunities.


• Prepare and maintain analyses utilizing ARGUS, Microsoft Excel, and other real estate investment platforms to support investment and asset management decisions.


• Track portfolio performance metrics and contribute to reporting that informs strategic planning and long-term value creation.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in real estate analysis, asset management, acquisitions, investments, valuation, finance, or a related field preferred

1-3 years of experience in real estate analysis, asset management, acquisitions, investments, valuation, finance, or a related field with argus certification considered

Recent grads with real estate focused internships and argus experience considered.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.


• Experience utilizing ARGUS Enterprise for valuation and investment analysis.


• Understanding of commercial real estate financial principles, valuation methodologies, and investment performance metrics.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.


• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.


• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently in a collaborative environment.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.


• Comfortable interacting with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Education & License

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Real Estate, Business, or a related field required


• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant commercial real estate experience will also be considered.

The hiring range for this position is $83,000 to $103,400 a year. Final offers are based on factors such as geographic location, education, skills, and experience. This role is eligible for FM's Total Rewards program, including an incentive plan, health and well-being programs, 401(k) and pension, career development and tuition reimbursement, and time off.

Hobbs Brook Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.