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Senior Analyst or Associate, Financial Advisory (Talent Pipeline)

Confidential Multi-Family Office & Investment Advisory Firm

Overview

As a Senior Analyst or Associate within our Financial Advisory team, you will operate at the intersection of legacy and innovation, serving as a trusted partner to some of the world's most influential individuals and families. You will help clients navigate the complexities of their financial lives with precision, empathy, and exceptional care — ensuring that every element of their balance sheet, investment strategy, and long-term plan is managed with clarity and foresight.

You will join a collaborative advisory team that values learning, partnership, and shared ownership. We work closely across levels and alongside internal specialists so that every client benefits from the full strength of our integrated platform.

This role is designed for professionals energized by complexity, motivated by service, and driven to make a lasting impact. If you take pride in anticipating needs, delivering exceptional outcomes, and making complexity feel seamless, this is an opportunity to join a team built on trust, care, and excellence.

Please note: This posting is intended to build a pipeline of high-quality candidates for future openings. We will reach out as opportunities align with business needs.

Core Responsibilities (All Candidates)

You will support clients across a broad range of investment, planning, and relationship management activities, including:

• Preparing and analyzing balance sheets, asset allocations, investment performance reports, and other financial materials.
• Assisting with investment operations, including trade coordination, cash flow monitoring, and private investment updates.
• Conducting financial and estate planning analyses such as liquidity modeling, lending evaluations, and gifting illustrations.
• Partnering with accountants, attorneys, and external advisors to gather information and support planning discussions.
• Preparing client meeting materials, managing follow-ups, and maintaining accurate data in CRM and portfolio reporting systems.
• Collaborating closely with Investment Strategy, Legal, Compliance, and Operations teams to ensure seamless client service.

Senior Analyst

Senior Analysts take on increasing ownership, judgment, and communication responsibility.

Additional Responsibilities

• Own key deliverables such as asset allocation reviews, rebalancing recommendations, and planning analyses.
• Support advanced planning work, including Monte Carlo simulations, executive compensation summaries, and scenario-based modeling.
• Develop working knowledge of trusts, estate strategies, and gifting structures.
• Participate in client meetings and proactively identify opportunities such as refinancing, liquidity needs, and strategic planning considerations.
• Mentor Analysts on processes, systems, and best practices as you grow into a leadership mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in financial services, wealth management, or multi-family office environments.

Associate

Associates deepen their role as strategic advisors and trusted client partners.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships in partnership with senior team members, helping clients interpret investment results, plan across generations, and make informed decisions.
• Drive portfolio discussions, rebalancing recommendations, and investment rationale with a strong understanding of asset classes and the firm's investment philosophy.
• Guide trust and estate planning conversations and coordinate with attorneys on structures, gifting strategies, and long-term planning.
• Manage complex client processes such as 10b5-1 plans, lending evaluations, private investment coordination, and other high-impact deliverables.
• Coach junior teammates, strengthen team workflows, and elevate the quality and clarity of client deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience working with high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth clients.

Who You Are

Across both levels, successful candidates demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and simply.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Intellectual curiosity, proactive thinking, and a passion for client service.
• High integrity in handling confidential and sensitive information.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for teamwork.

Location

Applicants are expected to work onsite in our New York or San Francisco offices in accordance with our hybrid working policy.

Compensation

In accordance with applicable law, we provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. Compensation decisions consider factors such as skill set, experience, training, certifications, and business needs. We apply a total rewards philosophy in determining overall compensation.

• Senior Analyst: $110,000 – $120,000 base salary
• Associate: $130,000 – $150,000 base salary

Both levels are eligible for a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

8116 - Midtown Office - 2220 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23220

CarMax, the way your career should be!

Launch your career as a Strategy Analyst at CarMax. This role offers the opportunity to make meaningful contributions from day one, to build deep functional expertise in a critical area of our business, and to develop skills in analytics, strategy, and influence that will drive your career forward.

About Strategy at CarMax

CarMax operates one of the most complex retail and supply chain operations in the country as we sell over a million vehicles to our retail and wholesale customers a year, while serving millions of customers across 250+ locations and digital channels. Our Strategy teams tackle the key questions that define our business: Which vehicles should we acquire and from what channels? How do we efficiently move and recondition millions of cars? How do we allocate inventory across our network? How do we create seamless omnichannel experiences as customers shop online, via phone, and in stores? Our analysts partner closely with Product, Technology, and Operations leaders to answer these questions, driving both operational excellence and strategic innovation.

The Role:

• Analyze - Use your analytic skills to work with CarMax’s industry-leading data while solving unique business challenges. Create insights that drive our success and industry innovation
• Collaborate & Influence – Partner with leaders across the organization to deploy insights and shape strategies. Use presentation and communication skills to share analytic findings and effect positive change
• Learn & Grow - Tackle diverse business problems. Benefit from training & experiences that enhance both technical (e.g., coding, analytic methods) and soft skills (e.g., communication, storytelling)
• Contribute to our Community - Join a vibrant community of over 200 full-time analysts from diverse backgrounds. Build friendships and professional relationships that will enrich your experience and contribute to your future success.

Our Values:

Our analysts address important business opportunities, embodying CarMax’s four core values while bringing analytic solutions to life:

• Do the Right Thing: We uphold a culture of integrity, promoting a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Put People First: We prioritize associate development, healthy work culture & ensuring a great experience for our customers.
• Win Together: Teamwork is key; we learn from each other and value diverse perspectives.
• Go for Greatness: We strive for continuous improvement, enhancing our skills and the products we create & solidifying CarMax’s industry leadership.

Core Competencies:

• Practical experience (coursework, projects, research, internships)
• Enthusiasm for growth, development, and learning
• Curiosity and critical thinking skills
• Passion for problem-solving and leadership development
• Proactivity and commitment to delivering results
• Dedication to continuous improvement and innovation

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required, in an analytical/quantitative major preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in an analytical role
• Proficiency with computers and database systems and/or software packages preferred (ex. SQL, Snowflake, Python, Tableau, PowerBI, Microsoft Suite)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role.

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the CarMax Technology Innovation Center (Richmond, VA) and associates will work onsite 5 days per week.

About CarMax:

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent, and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 250 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.

Source One is a consulting services company and we’re currently looking for the following individual to work as a consultant with our direct client, an on demand autonomous ride-hauling company in Foster City, CA

No Third-Party, No Corp to Corp, No Sponsorship Now or Future

Title: Payroll Analyst

Location: Foster City, CA

Hybrid (Mon-Fri, 30 + hours)

Contract Duration: 6 months, with likely extension

Pay Rate: $69.13/ hr w2

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking to hire a Payroll Analyst to be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing for the company’s operations, assisting in month-end close activities, under the guidance of the Senior Payroll Manager.

As a Payroll Analyst, you'll:

End-to-end payroll processing from data entries, timecard validations, to check distributions

Point of contact for employees’ payroll questions and concerns

Assistance with maintaining employee/payment records, timekeeping records, etc.

Partnership with People, Benefits, Finance and other departments, as appropriate

Year-end communication and reconciliations

Responding to government inquiries including wage verification, garnishment orders, etc.

Benefit audits and coordination with People/Benefits and 3rd party vendors

Leave of Absence Payment Calculation and entries

Other payroll related tasks upon request

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Qualifications 6 to 8 years of payroll processing experience Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree Knowledge of payroll administration and related compliance Attention to details and diligence are a must Understanding the importance of confidentiality Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and Word, VLOOKUP and pivot are strongly preferred Strong communication skills

DAILY TASKS

This position is responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing for the company’s operations, assisting in month-end close activities, under the guidance of the Senior Payroll Manager.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Responsibilities End-to-end payroll processing from data entries, timecard validations, to check distributions Point of contact for employees’ payroll questions and concerns Assistance with maintaining employee/payment records, timekeeping records, etc. Partnership with People, Benefits, Finance and other departments, as appropriate Year-end communication and reconciliations Responding to government inquiries including wage verification, garnishment orders, etc. Benefit audits and coordination with People/Benefits and 3rd party vendors Leave of Absence Payment Calculation and entries Other payroll related tasks upon request

BUSINESS DRIVER OF ROLE

Bonus Qualifications Workday Payroll experience is required Accounting or HR background is a plus

WORK SCHEDULE

Onsite Location: Foster City (Hybrid)

INTERVIEW PROCESS

30-minute Manager Zoom 1.5 hour panel interview On-site portion for the panel interview required

Firm Overview:

Our client is a vertically-integrated owner-operator of multifamily, student housing, and single family rental assets in the greater Western United States. The firm has several strategic partnerships with global institutional capital providers and has experienced strong growth since its founding in 2014.

Our client employs over 250+ real estate professionals whose mission is to create value by acquiring, developing, and managing our dwellings with exceptional care through an integrated approach. Their culture is founded on teamwork, authenticity, integrity and excellence. Through a shared purpose and common goal, the firm is built to serve its partners and communities within which it invests.

Our client is seeking an Analyst/Associate to support our rapidly growing team. Under the general supervision of the Asset Management and Operations Team, the Analyst/Associate will be responsible for activities relating to the financial analysis and operations of the investment portfolio. As the Analyst/Associate gains experience and knowledge, the level of contribution from a financial analysis perspective is expected to increase.

Responsibilities:

• Financial analysis including maintaining the asset management Excel model, preparing budget-to-actuals variance reports, running debt yield calculations, and providing capital call recommendations
• Prepare comprehensive ad-hoc analyses, supporting informed decision-making around operational expense reduction projects
• Work with departments on ad-hoc projects to reduce operating expenses for our MF buildings
• Assist integrated departments to achieve profitability goals
• Conduct sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of various scenarios on investment returns, providing clear and concise summaries for senior management
• Monitor key operating metrics, identify variances, and provide actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency
• Collaborate across multiple departments (including Accounting, Operations, Construction Management, and Leasing) to ensure accurate and aligned objectives
• Manage properties across full asset life cycle with an ownership mentality, focusing on value creation through diligent management of approved business plans
• Ensure consistent and meaningful communication and coordination among stakeholders
• Deliver routine updates to senior professionals regarding project status
• Alert team members to issues as they arise and work with the team to evaluate and implement solutions
• Work within the team to develop budget projections and coordinate reforecasts and other reports as applicable
• Analyze operational performance and recommend adjustments to meet budgeted goals
• Work with consultants to evaluate tax assessments, appeal recommendations, and required filings
• Develop and execute value-enhancing initiatives spanning redevelopment, renovation, property management, leasing, and reporting
• Effective, 360 degree written and verbal communication with property staff, internal and external funds management and administration, and Client management
• Analytical support as requested by Investments Team

Investor Relations & Communication

• Support participation in external calls with key investors and stakeholders, contributing to effective communication and relationship management
• Manage and update several asset management web-based dashboards for dissemination internally and externally
• Assist in the preparation of materials for investor meetings
• Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Economics, or related field
• 1-5 years of real estate private equity, real estate development, real estate brokerage, or investment banking
• Strong in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint; working knowledge of Yardi is a plus
• Clear, articulate communicator, able to maintain effective documentation
• Strong analytical and qualitative skills
• Able to prioritize, organize, and meet all deadlines
• Committed to high standards of excellence and ethics
• Effectively identify issues and formulate solutions
• Capability to think critically, solve problems logically, and make well-reasoned decisions
• Ability to probe, ask the right questions, and dig beneath the surface to test the validity of information
• Goal-oriented and diligent

Epic Cupid Analyst

• Location: Palo Alto, CA
• Position Type: Full-time Employment (FTE) – Direct Hire
• Number of Openings: 1
• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary Range: 115 – 150K
• On-site Requirements: 1-2 days on-site per month – Candidates must be within reasonable driving distance to Palo Alto, CA
• Interview Process: 1st: Phone Screen w/ HR -- 2nd: Interview w/ Hiring Manager -- 3rd: Team Interview

Position Summary:

• Our client is seeking an Epic Cupid Analyst to join their clinical applications team supporting cardiovascular workflows and systems. This analyst will work alongside a team of three other analysts and support ongoing system upgrades, new site implementations, and Cupid enhancements, including expansion of non-invasive cardiology workflows and supply integrations.
• This role supports the health system’s Epic environment by designing, building, testing, and optimizing applications that help deliver high-quality, efficient, and safe patient care. The analyst will also collaborate with operational stakeholders and IT teams to resolve issues, implement enhancements, and maintain system performance.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Provide Tier 2 support for Epic Cupid application incidents escalated from the help desk
• Monitor production systems and troubleshoot application issues
• Support Epic Cupid configuration, build, and optimization efforts
• Lead small to medium complexity upgrades, enhancements, and workflow improvements
• Modify system tables and master files under guidance of senior analysts when necessary
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams including Infrastructure, Integration, Reporting, and Service Desk
• Participate in design, build, testing, and implementation of new functionality
• Assist with documentation of workflows, system changes, and testing procedures
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and operational stakeholders to resolve issues
• Mentor junior team members and assist with troubleshooting and knowledge sharing
• Participate in on-call support rotations as required
• Current Team & Project Work
• Join a team of three Epic analysts supporting cardiovascular systems
• Upcoming initiatives include:
• Epic upgrades
• Implementation of new clinical sites
• Expansion of non-invasive Cupid workflows
• Enhancements related to cardiology supplies and integrations

Position Qualifications:

• Epic Cupid Certification (Required)
• 2+ years of experience supporting healthcare applications
• Experience supporting Epic clinical modules within a healthcare environment
• Ability to support application build, upgrades, and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with technical teams and clinical stakeholders
• Bachelor’s Degree is required

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• Make recommendations to management to adjust system performance parameters.
  
• Delegate problem resolution to other team members and conduct follow-up.
  
• 30% Provide enhancement recommendations based on long-term IT organization strategy.
  
• Analyze new/revised processes/change requests from the maintainer.
  
• Collaborate with various internal groups and external vendors to ensure all specifications are met and problems are resolved as they arise.
  
• 30% Participate in the development of custom integration solutions.
  
• Review and research issues reported from external/internal customers.
  
• Evaluate interrelationships in projects to determine how changes/installations of one program will affect others.
  
• 25% Participate in work sessions and walkthroughs for quality and production implementations, releases, data conversion projects and/or disaster recovery exercises.
  
• Attend implementation meetings to determine impact to system availability and assignment of team resources for these implementations.
  
• 10% Work closely with team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.
  
• Act as an internal consultant, advocate, mentor, and change agent.
  
• Answer questions and/or provide training for the Production Support team on current system.
  
• 5% Perform installations, configuration, analysis, scheduling and tuning on complex projects.
  
• Ensure Production and Test environments are up and functioning properly.
  
• Perform corrective actions whenever possible to fix applications that end abnormally.
  

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• Typical day will be to monitor batch job cycles and engage in troubleshooting if one of those jobs goes down, which would involve reaching out to App Dev or Tech Support at times for help.
  
• In addition, monitoring jobs for performance issues and engaging if a job is running long or not getting CPU.
  

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• Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.
  
• Customer-focused, project-oriented applications support environment.
  

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• Group Name: ASTRO-Application Stability Tools and Resiliency Operations
  

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• SPARC-Support services for Pre-production Applications and Recovery, they have an 8 person team that they will interact heavily with, along with interacting with App Dev and Tech Support on call.
  
• This team has a lot of experience and works very well together. Client has been a very successful company for many years and has a strong culture of teamwork. For someone who performs well, consideration for conversion to FTE is an option.
  

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• Comprehends data storage techniques, database philosophy, database management, and complex programming techniques.
  
• In-depth understanding of the requirements for maintaining production systems and the effect of program changes.
  
• Understands how to use structured techniques in new program development.
  
• Comprehensive understanding of development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.
  
• Pays attention to detail.
  

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• Batch Mainframe knowledge, JCL, Zeke Scheduling, TSO
  

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• 6 years of technical experience with systems analysis, design, and/or programming experience or other job related IT experience.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree. or 4 years of job related work experience or 2 years of job related experience plus an associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other job related degree.
  

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• In-depth knowledge of relevant operating systems, programming languages, and/or development/productivity tools and their usage in the company.
  

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• Communication skills are important as they will work with on-call resources from App Dev and Tech Support and will rely on them for help.
  
• Teamwork also as they will be part of a team of 8 people.
  

Job Description

8901 - Corp Office West Crk - 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway, Richmond, Virginia, 23238

CarMax, the way your career should be!

About The Team

The Supply Chain Strategy team is a world-class community of analysts who work in a collaborative environment that leverages a variety of strategic and technical skillsets to help drive CarMax's supply chain operations. CarMax's supply chain business is undergoing an exciting transformation focused on optimizing how we acquire, recondition, and move vehicles which is helping us extend our market leadership while positioning us for future growth. The Supply Chain Strategy team is at the center of this transformation, serving as thought leaders who provide strategic direction and data-driven insights that guide decision-making across our supply chain operations

Our team tackles this work while ensuring we are a great representation of CarMax’s 4 core values:

Do the Right Thing: We prioritize maintaining the culture of integrity which has set CarMax apart in the used car industry, and promote a respectful and inclusive environment at work

Put People First: We’re focused on nurturing associate development and on maintaining a healthy work culture, while also making sure our customers are offered a great experience

Win Together: Teamwork is essential to what we do; we regularly learn from each other and draw on each other’s expertise and perspectives

Go for Greatness: We continually improve our abilities and the products that we support, to reinforce CarMax’s position as the industry leader

About The Role

CarMax sources hundreds of thousands of vehicles each year through consumer purchases, auctions, and other channels. Each vehicle goes through a complex journey from acquisition through reconditioning and logistics before it's ready to be sold to customers. The Supply Chain Strategy team leverages data, analytics, and strategy to optimize this journey, ensuring we purchase an optimal mix of cars, recondition those cars efficiently, and move them through our network to support growth of our retail sales.

There are several sub-teams on Supply Chain Strategy who focus on different parts of the vehicle lifecycle. As a Sr. Analyst in Supply Chain Strategy, you will work with business partners in our Product, Technology, and Operations to help drive the supply chain business forward on a team focused on one of these areas:

• Consumer Supply Strategy – Works to optimize how we acquire vehicles directly from consumers through our digital and omnichannel processes
• B2B Strategy – Works to enhance the way we exchange with other businesses through selling at our auction or buying directly from third parties
• Merchandising Strategy – Works to ensure we can evaluate and buy vehicles through all channels through efficient and effective operations
• Logistics Strategy – Works to optimize vehicle movement throughout our network and balance the tradeoff of cost and speed
• Service Operations Strategy – Works to enhance reconditioning operations, ensuring vehicles are prepared efficiently and to quality standards that support customer satisfaction

What You Will Do – Essential Responsibilities

Some of our roles lean towards partnering more closely with the Product organization and serving as product analyst, whereas others lean towards partnering more closely with Field Operations organization and serving as an operational analyst. In either of those roles, a successful Sr. Analyst would:

• Be an analytic partner and establish a close working relationship with a product manager or our operational partners
• Design and analyze tests to evaluate effectiveness of changes to our products or operational changes
• Enhance analytical tools, such as models, reports, and dashboards, utilizing them to monitor performance and drive ongoing performance

Qualifications and Requirements

Ability to consistently deliver at a high level on the responsibilities listed above. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge and skills required:

• A track record of excellent problem solving, strategic thinking, and quantitative/qualitative analysis
• Experience conducting large scale data analysis to support conclusions, and a willingness to gain proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, PowerBI, or Tableau
• Ability to apply business and technical knowledge to solve complex problems, produce results, and make recommendations
• Ability to communicate complex topics to people with varying backgrounds and levels of technical familiarity
• Willingness and enthusiasm to collaborate with a team of passionate analysts and business partners who are regularly shaping strategy at a big-picture and a detailed level
• Two or more years of experience in an analytical or strategic role
• Four-year undergraduate degree with strong academic performance

Work Location and Arrangement: This role will be based out of the CarMax Technology Innovation Center (Richmond, VA) and associates will work onsite 5 days per week.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this specific role

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CarMax is committed to bringing together people from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment.

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, and any other characteristics protected by law.

Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.

Macdonald & Company are proudly partnered with a global Private Equity Real Estate firm to appoint an Investment Analyst or Associate from an Investment Banking background.

The firm are a global investor and developer of commercial real estate, with their headquarters based in Phoenix, Arizona. They have $1.8B in AUM across their investments that include Multifamily Apartments and Industrial Properties.

The Role

The Analyst/Associate will play an integral role in shaping investment decisions, diving into complex real estate opportunities and translating data into actionable insights. This is a hands-on position for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in producing polished, accurate work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior investment professionals with sourcing, assessing, and tracking investment opportunities across diverse real estate asset types
• Build and maintain financial models and cash-flow projections
• Draft investment summaries, offering packages, marketing collateral, and other materials required for transactions
• Work closely with internal groups such as asset management and accounting to support deal execution
• Conduct market research and keep internal databases updated with relevant economic and real estate metrics

Qualifications

• Investment Banking background as an analyst or associate
• Familiar with financial modeling concepts (IRR, DCF, NPV) and capable of advanced quantitative analysis
• Strong proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams and external partners
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and equipped with strong analytical capabilities and meticulous attention to detail
• Self-starter with solid problem-solving abilities