Strategic Leader, Affordable Housing Acquisitions

Bh-Properties; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Haven Housing, a BH Properties subsidiary, seeks a Director of Acquisitions focused on affordable housing in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead strategy, originate deals, underwrite transactions, and close opportunities in multi-market settings.

The role emphasizes LIHTC/HAP program knowledge, regulatory understanding, strong relationships with brokers and lenders, and the ability to structure and close value-add acquisitions in a rapidly evolving market.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of real estate acquisition and underwriting experience.
• Knowledge of the federal affordable housing programs (LIHTC & HAP).
• Understanding of tax and financing alternative programs.
• Established relationships with regional third-party management companies.
• Established relationships within the investment sale broker community.
• College degree in real estate, business, finance, or accounting.
• Advanced degree a plus.
• Knowledge of market rate multi-family acquisitions a plus.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities; ability to quickly assess deal viability.
• Outstanding analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with others in a team oriented, collaborative and deadline driven environment.
• Travel required

Responsibilities

• Focused on affordable housing, the candidate will be a key member of the Company’s acquisition team working in partnership with other acquisition professionals in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Participate in establishing a 5-year operating plan to scale the opportunity.
• Assist in building out the necessary infrastructure to support the strategy.
• Oversee the acquisition process, including sourcing, managing due diligence, reviewing third party reports, and working with legal and finance teams to facilitate closings.
• Prepare market analysis, underwriting and deal summaries for opportunities being recommended.
• Develop relationships within the brokerage, developer, and lender communities in target markets to facilitate opportunities.
• Attending selected conferences.

Skills

Real estate acquisitions

Underwriting

Analytical abilities

Team collaboration

Education

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

Advanced degree a plus

Job description

Haven Housing, a BH Properties subsidiary, seeks a Director of Acquisitions focused on affordable housing in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead strategy, originate deals, underwrite transactions, and close opportunities in multi-market settings.

The role emphasizes LIHTC/HAP program knowledge, regulatory understanding, strong relationships with brokers and lenders, and the ability to structure and close value-add acquisitions in a rapidly evolving market.