Real Estate Operations Analyst

Lehigh University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh University is looking for a Real Estate Operations Analyst to manage its diverse real estate portfolio, ensuring compliance and effective asset management. The analyst will handle lease agreements, maintain records, and coordinate communications with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in lease administration and financial transactions management are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in real estate administration or finance.
• Experience with contracts and lease administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage residential, commercial, and ground lease agreements.
• Maintain accurate property and lease records for compliance and reporting.
• Coordinate communications with tenants and property managers.
• Monitor real estate revenue streams including rent collection.
• Administer Property Owners Association dues billing and transactions.

Skills

Lease administration

Financial transactions management

Property management software

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Property management software

Financial software

Job description

Lehigh University is hiring a Real Estate Operations Analyst. The analyst manages the University's diverse real estate portfolio by administering leases, overseeing financial transactions, coordinating property management activities, ensuring compliance, and supporting stakeholder communications to maintain effective asset management.

Highlights

• Prepare and manage residential, commercial, and ground lease agreements, including renewal and escalation monitoring.
• Maintain accurate property and lease records in property management systems for compliance and reporting.
• Coordinate communications with tenants, property managers, and University stakeholders; assist with vacancy tracking and tenant onboarding.
• Serve as main contact for third-party property management firms to address operational and maintenance issues.
• Monitor real estate revenue streams including rent collection and expense processing, supporting budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Administer Property Owners Association dues billing and financial transactions while ensuring compliance with covenants.
• Assist with audits, regulatory reporting, and recommend process improvements.
• Use property management and financial software; experience with contracts and lease administration preferred.
• Require a Bachelor's degree in Business or related field with 3-5 years of relevant experience in real estate administration or finance.
• Position requires travel between University properties and managing diverse asset portfolio across departments.