Remote Associate Director, Strategic Real Estate Advisory

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off (FTO)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k Match

Job summary

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm delivering technical, scientific, and financial expertise. We seek an Associate Director to lead real estate-focused projects, combining strategic leadership with hands-on financial analysis and property management.

The role entails on-site oversight about 40% of the time and collaboration with senior stakeholders to achieve project goals. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years in financial analysis or real estate, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, real estate management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and delivering superior results.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as required by client engagements.
• Should be motivated, demonstrate a high degree of energy, and be a self-starter; someone who is enthusiastic, proactive and who takes initiative to get the job done
• Must have the ability to multi – task, often in a time pressured urgent environment
• Excellent financial, analytical and interpersonal skills. Excellent project management skills and proven capabilities to support project teams
• Highest ethical standards and credibility. Someone who demonstrates exceptional business judgment and character traits
• Ability to independently develop and write superior quality work product with limited oversight
• Ability to work both independently, as well as a team member
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word skills
• Must be willing to travel as warranted by client service requirement

Responsibilities

• Support in real estate project management and financial analysis.
• Develop and implement comprehensive financial models, cash flow forecasts, and investment strategies.
• Prepare high-quality investment memoranda, operational assessment reports, and client presentations.
• Conduct due diligence for complex transactions and provide strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with senior management and client stakeholders to achieve project goals.
• Manage on-site property operations and optimize operational efficiencies.
• Drive process improvements and operational excellence across projects.
• Maintain a strong focus on project timelines, deliverables, and budget management.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of internal processes and procedures.
• Demonstrate proactive problem‑solving and decision‑making skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and maintain credibility in all interactions.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Client management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Travel willingness

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm delivering technical, scientific, and financial expertise. We seek an Associate Director to lead real estate-focused projects, combining strategic leadership with hands-on financial analysis and property management.

The role entails on-site oversight about 40% of the time and collaboration with senior stakeholders to achieve project goals. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years in financial analysis or real estate, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and a proactive,