VP of Acquisition

We Search People; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical insurance

Job summary

A leading real estate investment firm in Atlanta is seeking a VP of Acquisition to drive land and lot acquisitions and lead the full acquisition lifecycle. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in multifamily developments, strong financial modeling skills, and excellent leadership abilities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $210,000 to $240,000, along with benefits including 401(k) and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in land acquisition and negotiation for multifamily or mixed-use developments.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, underwriting, and feasibility analysis.
• Ability to manage the full acquisition lifecycle from sourcing to closing.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for land and lot acquisition.
• Negotiate, acquire, and entitle land necessary to meet company goals.
• Coordinate activity of engineers, planners, and architects.

Skills

Land acquisition

Financial modeling

Relationship building

Project coordination

Market research

Negotiation skills

Job description

JOB TITLE: VP of Acquisition

LOCATION: Atlanta, GA

THE BUSINESS

We Search People are happily working with a market-leading Real Estate investment & development company. They specialize in Mixed-use and Multifamily properties in and around the Atlanta area. They are driven with the purpose of changing people’s lives and are leading an ambitious strategy to make that happen. They are now on the hunt for a VP of Acquisitions who can lead and champion the life cycle of their acquisitions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify opportunities for land and lot acquisition.
• Negotiate, acquire and entitle the land necessary to meet the company goals and projections.
• Coordinate the activity of engineers, land planners, architects and GC’s.
• Assess site viability and provide relevant information where necessary.
• Work in collaboration with other team members to establish relationships with clients.
• Complete initial financial projections and feasibility evaluation.
• Assist in transition of new assets to property and asset management team.

KEY SKILLS

• Proven experience in land acquisition and negotiation for multifamily or mixed‑use developments.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, underwriting, and feasibility analysis.
• Ability to manage the full acquisition lifecycle from sourcing to closing.
• Excellent knowledge of entitlement processes, zoning, and development regulations.
• Skilled in relationship building with brokers, developers, municipalities, and investors.
• Strong leadership and project coordination skills across internal and external teams.
• Proficient in market research, site selection, and due diligence.
• Strategic thinker with a focus on value creation and long‑term growth.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management

Industries: Housing and Community Development and Real Estate

Base pay range: $210,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Medical insurance