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Property: SHA Mexico

Location: Based in Cancun, Mexico, this role offers the opportunity to lead one of the world's most sought-after luxury hospitality destinations.

Job Purpose:

The General Manager will be responsible for leading SHA Mexico, a flagship property of the internationally acclaimed SHA, delivering world-class luxury hospitality combined with preventive medicine and holistic wellness.

The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with a hands-on operational approach, driving exceptional guest experiences, financial performance, and a high-performing, values-driven organizational culture.

The role requires a “Think Global, Act Local” mindset, strong business orientation, operational expertise, and the ability to work with a multicultural, high-profile, and international clientele.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all operational aspects of SHA Mexico, ensuring the highest standards of luxury service, wellness programs, and guest experience.
• Drive a visible, hands-on leadership style, ensuring consistency, operational excellence, and strong culture engagement across all departments.
• Foster and embed AB Living Group’s core values in the organization: Excellence, Evolution, Honesty, Caring, and Happiness
• Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team capable of delivering operational and strategic results.
• Oversee financial performance, including budget execution, revenue management, cost control, and KPIs.
• Ensure the property delivers a seamless guest journey for VIP and international clientele, maintaining personalization and memorability.
• Serve as the public face of the property, engaging with high-profile guests, stakeholders, and media as needed.
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement initiatives, keeping the property at the forefront of luxury wellness hospitality.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, safety, health, environmental, and operational standards.
• Protect assets, manage capital expenditure planning (CAPEX), and ensure long-term property value.

Job Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Advanced studies in Wellness Management, Luxury Hospitality, or an MBA considered an advantage.
• Minimum 15 years in luxury hospitality, with at least 3–5 years in a General Manager or Director of Operations role.
• Experience with international ultra-luxury brands.
• Proven expertise across Rooms Division, Food & Beverage, Finance, and Commercial functions.

Languages:

• Fluent English and Spanish required.
• Additional languages considered an asset.

Specific Competencies:

• Strategic vision and business orientation.
• Think Global, Act Local mindset.
• Strong operational leadership and hands-on execution.
• Ability to combine strategy and daily operations effectively.
• Strong focus on guest experience and personalization.
• Ability to influence and manage high-profile stakeholders.
• Adaptability to multicultural environments.

Technological Skills:

• Proficiency in property management systems and operational software.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Experience in data-driven operational decision-making.

Skills Chain of Command:

• Proactivity
• Analytical skills
• Results-oriented
• Interdepartmental integrator

Competencies based on our values:

• Excellence | We strive for excellence in everything we do, making it a habit
• Evolution | We are committed to constant improvement and innovation
• Honesty | We prioritise honesty and loyalty in everything we do
• Caring | We genuinely care for our guests, our team, our planet, and our resources
• Happiness | We enjoy the journey,facing challenges with passion and enthusiasm

Other Competencies and Skills Required:

• Strong business orientation and strategic mindset.
• Ability to work in international and multicultural environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

$67K-$75K, plus a take-home company car

Lunch, Gas, Cell Phone, Car Wash Allowance

Generous Time-Off

Bonus and lots more!

Job Title: HR Trainer (for a major automotive logo)

Position Summary

The HR Trainer is responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving training programs that support employee development, operational excellence, and compliance within an automotive environment. This role partners closely with HR, Operations, Safety, and Leadership to ensure employees are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and behaviors needed to perform effectively and safely in a fast-paced, production-driven setting.

Key Responsibilities

Training Design & Delivery

• Develop and facilitate onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training programs for hourly and salaried employees
• Deliver instructor-led, virtual, and hands-on training sessions tailored to automotive manufacturing and operations
• Adapt training materials to support different learning styles and workforce levels

Compliance & Policy Training

• Conduct training on HR policies, code of conduct, workplace safety, harassment prevention, and labor law compliance
• Ensure training aligns with company policies, OSHA standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain accurate training records and certifications

Operational & Technical Training Support

• Partner with Operations and Safety teams to support production, quality, and safety training initiatives
• Assist in rolling out new processes, systems, or operational changes through effective training programs
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and standardized work practices

Performance & Development

• Assess training needs through job analysis, performance data, and leadership feedback
• Measure training effectiveness using assessments, surveys, and performance metrics
• Recommend improvements to training content and delivery methods

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with HR, supervisors, and leadership to ensure consistent messaging and training execution
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees regarding training and development opportunities

Qualifications

Required

• 2–5 years of experience in training, HR, or learning & development
• Experience delivering training in a manufacturing, automotive, or industrial environment
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills
• Ability to engage both hourly and salaried employees
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic learning management systems (LMS)

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Education, Business, or related field
• Experience with automotive manufacturing processes or plant operations
• Knowledge of OSHA, labor laws, and HR compliance training
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Train-the-Trainer or instructional design certification

Working Conditions

• On-site role within an automotive manufacturing or operations facility
• Frequent interaction with production floor employees and leadership
• Occasional schedule flexibility to support shift-based training

Our client, a luxury women's contemporary label based in Miami, FL, is seeking a Junior Technical Designer to join their team!

Job Title: Junior Technical Designer

Location: Miami, FL (onsite - 5 days a week)

Reports To: Senior Technical Designer / Technical Design Manager

Position Overview

ALEXIS is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Junior Technical Designer to support the technical design and product development teams. This role is responsible for assisting in the creation and maintenance of technical packages, managing fit samples, and ensuring garment construction and quality align with brand standards. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of garment construction, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate across design, production, and merchandising teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical packages (tech packs) including construction details, measurements, grading, and garment specifications.
• Support the fit process by preparing samples, measuring garments, and documenting fit comments and revisions.
• Maintain accurate spec sheets, measurement charts, and fit logs in PLM or internal systems.
• Review and measure development and production samples to ensure they meet brand standards and approved specifications.
• Partner with design and production teams to troubleshoot fit and construction issues.
• Track sample status and ensure timely follow-up with cross-functional teams.
• Assist in updating pattern corrections and grading notes after fittings.
• Ensure consistency in construction, fit, and quality across all styles.
• Organize and maintain sample racks and fitting areas.
• Support the team with additional technical design and development tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Technical Design, Apparel Development, or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in technical design, product development, or internships within the fashion industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, and fit principles.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for technical sketches.
• Experience with PLM systems and Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Strong measurement and garment evaluation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

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The Director, Purchasing is responsible for ensuring a continuous supply of assigned products at the best cost to the Customer restaurant system, either directly or through direct reporting relationships with Purchasing Managers. Principal accountabilities will include supervising, training and developing the skills of the Purchasing Manager(s), helping to establish priorities, and negotiating with suppliers for assigned products, including developing best overall supply matrices that provide the least landed product cost to each assigned distribution center. It is required to review, evaluate, and recommend suppliers in order to manage the best overall supply base for the restaurant system; develop, propose and implement short- and long-term strategies to ensure the continued success and growth of and its commitment to be “The best Purchasing entity in the industry”. Additionally, the Director, Food & Packaging Purchasing is responsible for various departmental initiatives and projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervising and developing direct reporting Purchasing Manager(s) into independent buyers who can autonomously lead their assigned categories and who can be prepared to step in, if required, for the Director of Food & Packaging Purchasing.
• Developing and managing relationships with assigned suppliers, including Innovation, QA and Operations.
• Providing a continuous supply of competitively priced products on a regular and timely basis.
• Maintain good working relationships with the field Distribution Services Managers (DSM’s)

• Negotiating with suppliers for each assigned product category.
• Developing and implementing objectives for assigned product categories.
• Establishing and monitoring vendor capacity/distribution capabilities to ensure that all quality, cost and service expectations are met.
• Stay informed about the foundational aspects of the commodity market and price projections to aid in making informed decisions for RFPs. Moreover, supervise the case cost forecasting for finished goods within each team to ensure optimal forecast accuracy.
• Conducting regular performance, business and financial reviews.
• Negotiating and executing terms of agreement between and suppliers for new and existing products.
• Participating, and in some cases leading, development teams to facilitate the introduction of new products to the customer system.
• Ensuring compliance with contracting protocol and the accuracy of Supply Agreements.
• Communicating marketing activities to appropriate suppliers.

Supervisor responsibilities:

• Aligning individual performance expectations with organizational goals
• Developing performance goals collaboratively with their direct reports
• Ensuring that performance goals are clearly communicated and current
• Providing fair, constructive, and timely feedback towards performance expectations and goals
• Providing assistance, guidance, and coaching support as needed
• Ensuring that staff have professional development plans in place
• Conducting performance evaluations according to established systems and policies

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparing and presenting all purchasing programs to the Board of Directors’ Food & Packaging Committee as may be required per the Food & Packaging and bakery purchasing authorities in the operations manual.
• Provide support and ensuring the accomplishment of department and company MBO’s, including the facilitation of distributor AR payment reviews with suppliers.
• Maintaining a good working relationship with the Board of Directors as well as all entities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

A four-year degree is required. Masters degree a plus. Must have at least four to six years of direct and relevant work experience.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have exceptional customer service skills, strong negotiation skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently, and as a member of a team ability to identify problems and develop solutions, detail oriented and computer literate in the MS Office environment (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). Must also demonstrate strong leadership skills, a solid business foundation and business acumen, and a commitment to the success of all subordinates.

Employee Mission

As an employee at Coolibar, you play a vital role in advancing our mission: to keep the world safe from sun damage, protecting those with sun-related medical conditions and helping prevent it for everyone else. You are part of a collaborative, cross-functional team dedicated to delivering the most innovative, user-centric UPF 50+ clothing and products, empowering people to live active, outdoor lives with confidence and safety in the sun.

Job Summary

The Product Project Coordinator Intern will support the Product team in managing day-to-day project updates and helping track ongoing initiatives across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and interested in gaining hands-on experience in product development and project coordination within the apparel industry.

This position will help ensure projects remain organized by gathering updates, maintaining project trackers, and supporting communication across teams. The intern will work closely with the Product team, Product Development, and cross-functional partners to help track priorities and assist with development-related tasks such as organizing materials and maintaining the product workspace.

This is a temporary paid internship based at Coolibar’s headquarters in Miami, FL. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

· Support the Product team with day-to-day project updates and administrative tasks, including entering weekly priorities on , updating project timelines, and helping track progress against key deadlines.

· Help track the Product team’s project priorities and follow up on ongoing initiatives throughout the week.

· Gather project updates from Product, Product Development, and cross-functional teams to help maintain accurate project timelines.

· Provide project status updates to cross-functional teams based on ongoing product initiatives and timelines.

· Assist the Product Development team with special projects as needed.

· Assist with organizing samples, materials, and development documentation.

· Help maintain organization within the product development workspace and product area.

· Support preparation of materials for meetings, product reviews, and internal presentations.

· Capture meeting notes and action items from product meetings to help track follow-ups and project progress.

Qualifications

· This is an entry-level internship ideal for students or recent graduates interested in apparel product development or project coordination.

· Strong organizational and time-management skills.

· Detail-oriented with strong follow-through and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

· Strong communication and coordination skills.

· Interest in apparel, product development, merchandising, or project management.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

· Proactive mindset with willingness to support various projects as needed.

About Grip:

Grip is redefining cold-chain logistics for direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce brands.

Founded in 2022 by former ButcherBox executives, Grip combines advanced technology

with a nationwide fulfillment network to optimize the shipping of perishable goods. Our

proprietary Smart Logistics Engine analyzes over 25 million data points daily—including

weather patterns, carrier performance, and real-time temperatures—to make intelligent,

package-level shipping decisions. Grip's Pulse Order Management System (OMS) offers

real-time inventory tracking, batch traceability, and seamless integration with platforms

like Shopify. This end-to-end solution provides brands with complete visibility and

control over their supply chain, eliminating the need for multiple third-party tools. With

strategically located temperature-controlled fulfillment centers, Grip can reach over 80%

of the U.S. population within 24 hours. Our mission is to empower DTC brands to scale

efficiently by providing innovative logistics solutions tailored to the unique challenges of

shipping.

Job Description:

We’re looking for a strategic and hands-on Procurement Lead to lead all end-to-end procurement activities at Grip. From identifying and onboarding new suppliers to negotiating pricing, managing contracts, and developing alternative product solutions, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring we have the right products, at the right time, at the right cost. You’ll also own the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, aligning supply with customer demand and optimizing costs across our fulfillment network. This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and operational execution, as well as a strong ability to build lasting relationships with vendors and internal teams.

Specific responsibilities:

• Own the full procurement lifecycle — from supplier research and evaluation to contract negotiation and performance management.
• Identify and engage new and strategic vendors that align with Grip’s growth and quality standards.
• Negotiate competitive pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value.
• Develop and maintain alternative sourcing strategies, including packaging solutions, to meet evolving customer needs.
• Lead the S&OP process to align supply plans with demand forecasts, improving availability while reducing excess cost.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Customer Experience teams to ensure supply chain alignment with company objectives.
• Track and report on supplier performance, cost savings, and supply continuity metrics.
• Drive process improvements in procurement workflows, supplier onboarding, and inventory planning.
• Using procurement software and tools to streamline processes and enhance data analysis.
• Evaluating and recommending improvements to procurement policies and procedures.

What You Bring:

• 2–5+ years of experience in supply chain management or management consulting roles.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Solid analytical skills and proficiency with spreadsheets, dashboards, and procurement tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment while juggling multiple priorities.
• Clear communicator and relationship builder across internal teams and external partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Grip is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to complying with all applicable non-discrimination laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment, where all employees and applicants are treated with

respect and without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employee Mission

As an employee at Coolibar, you play a vital role in advancing our mission: to keep the world safe from sun damage, protecting those with sun-related medical conditions and helping prevent it for everyone else. You are part of a collaborative, cross-functional team dedicated to delivering the most innovative, user-centric UPF 50+ clothing and products, empowering people to live active, outdoor lives with confidence and safety in the sun.

Job Summary

The Product Merchandising Manager is responsible for driving the strategy, performance, and growth of one or more Coolibar product categories. This role plays a key part in shaping the product assortment by translating user insights, market trends, and business goals into compelling and high-performing product lines.

The Product Merchandising Manager may oversee categories such as Casual, Travel, Swim, Resort, Hats, Accessories, or emerging product segments depending on business needs and team structure.

This position requires a strong commercial mindset and a deep passion for product. The Product Merchandising Manager must live and breathe their category, developing a deep understanding of the user and translating those insights into relevant product direction and assortment strategies.

The Product Merchandising Manager works cross-functionally with Product, Product Development, Marketing, E-Commerce, Planning, Buying, and Wholesale teams to ensure that assortments support both business growth and the Coolibar mission.

This role plays a key part in shaping the product roadmap by ensuring category strategies are grounded in user insight and translated into strong product assortments.

This role sits at the intersection of Product, Merchandising, and User Insight, ensuring that category strategies are driven first by user needs and translated into strong commercial performance.

This is a full-time, in-person position based at our headquarters in Miami. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the user and ensure product decisions consistently reflect their needs, behaviors, and lifestyles, translating those insights into relevant product direction, assortment evolution, and category growth.
• Partner closely with the Product and Product Development teams to ensure each style is intentionally built to meet defined user needs and performance expectations.
• Develop and manage seasonal assortment strategies aligned with category performance goals and overall business objectives.
• Own and monitor the category’s commercial performance, partnering with Planning and Buying to deliver against revenue, margin, sell-through, and inventory productivity targets.
• Build and maintain seasonal line plans that balance core product continuity and assortment productivity.
• Define assortment architecture including product mix, price ladders, and lifecycle management.
• Help shape the seasonal product story for the category, ensuring assortments come together as a cohesive and compelling narrative that resonates with the user across all channels.
• Partner with Marketing, E-Commerce, and Sales teams to support GTM (Go-To-Market) strategies, ensuring product launches, assortment positioning, and messaging align with the intended user and category objectives.
• Collaborate with Marketing and E-Commerce teams to support product storytelling and seasonal campaign execution.
• Partner with the Wholesale team to align assortments with external retail partners and channel opportunities.
• Work closely with Planning and Buying teams to align demand forecasts, inventory strategies, and seasonal launches.
• Use performance insights and sales data to inform assortment decisions and future product direction.
• Support in-season management and exit strategies to maintain healthy inventory levels and strong product lifecycle performance.
• Present seasonal assortments, category strategies, and performance insights to cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Ensure alignment across Product, Marketing, Planning, and Sales teams on category priorities and timelines.
• Act as a connector between teams to support clear communication and effective execution of category plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of experience in merchandising, category management, buying, or product merchandising within apparel or lifestyle brands.
• Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting sales data, margin performance, and user insights.
• Proven ability to build and manage product assortments aligned with business goals.
• Experience working for a product-driven brand or developing assortments in close partnership with Product and Design teams strongly preferred.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Planning, Marketing, and Sales teams.
• Experience working in direct-to-consumer (DTC), wholesale, or omnichannel environments preferred.
• Proficiency in PLM systems, Excel, and retail analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar).
• Experience working with SAP (or similar ERP systems) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate product strategies and performance insights.

MIU City University Miami is part of PROEDUCA Group, a European leader in online education with over 108,000 students across more than 90 countries, as well as over 3,000 instructors and more than 15 years of experience.

MIU’s strong foundation is built on extensive experience, modern learning resources and a vast network of students and international partners. Together, these factors allow us to provide our students with a high-quality U.S. accredited education.

Adjunct Faculty for Financial Markets and Instruments:

MIU City University Miami is seeking highly qualified adjunct faculty members to join our team and teach on-campus courses in the master’s in business administration program (on Campus). We are looking for dedicated professionals who are passionate about education and have expertise in the Finance Area.

The module aims to enable students to understand, analyze and critically examine the purpose, principles and fundamental concepts of today’s financial markets, instruments and institutions, with particular emphasis on banking and its changing nature as not only an intermediary between lenders and borrowers but also as the provider of other financial services. The examination of these institutions is situated within the context of globalization and international trade that corporate, and governments operate in with particular focus on the financial industry.

Course Outcomes:

• Demonstrate understanding of financial statements. Students understand financial statements through discussions of working capital, cash conversion cycle, and cash management policy.
• Distinguish the different banking business models and fintech. Students differentiate traditional banking methods from financial technology applications.
• Develop financial strategies that include financial instruments. Students develop financial strategies using derivatives as a means of reducing financial risks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Doctoral or terminal Degree (Ph.D., D.Sc., or equivalent) in Finance or Business with Finance credits or a closely related field. All faculty credentials must be issued by a properly accredited institution.
• Proven experience teaching in higher education, with familiarity in using Canvas as a Learning Management System (LMS).
• Ability to teach on campus and online.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.
• Fluent in Spanish
• Work permit in USA
• On-site with Campus in Downtown Miami

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development and instructional design for the courses to lecture.
• Hands-on industry experience in Finance

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality instruction in accordance with the university’s curriculum.
• Utilize Canvas LMS to facilitate course materials, assignments, and student engagement.
• Assess and evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and academic support to students.
• Maintain academic and professional integrity in teaching and research.

MIU City University Miami is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A cover letter detailing their teaching experience and expertise.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV).
• Copies of academic transcripts (official transcripts required upon hiring).
• Contact information for three professional references.

Essential functions:

• Assist and conduct classes according to the week schedule on campus.
• Teach the assigned graduate courses and accurately track all students’ questions, assignments, and grades.
• Review and update syllabus and all materials related to the assigned course.
• Utilize Canvas LMS to facilitate course materials, assignments, and student engagement.
• Assess and evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Elaborate and submit on a timely basis the Grading Report.
• Participate as a Jury member for Capstone dissertations at the end of the semester.
• Participate and engage with all Faculty training, activities, and meetings.
• Provide mentorship and academic support to students.
• Maintain academic and professional integrity in teaching and research. The professor will follow MIU Educational Model for hybrid education.

We offer:

• Dynamic workplace in a growing university
• Flexible schedule
• We fully support our faculty's career and give academic freedom. The curriculum is delivered in a flexible manner to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes compatible with employment.

MIU City University Miami is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

About the Job

The Account Executive is responsible for delivering high-quality client service and producing strong, timely deliverables within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment. This role supports the development of pitch angles and story ideas, secures media placements, and is familiar with core public relations functions, including media monitoring, detailed client reporting, research, and press release development.

The Account Executive provides guidance to interns, trainees, and Account Coordinators in the execution of creative and effective projects and serves as the primary writer for foundational materials. This position maintains ongoing relationships with media contacts, manages day-to-day account administration, and researches and analyzes client issues while collaborating across departments to deliver impactful work.

The Account Executive is responsible for collecting, tracking, and reporting client results and operates under the supervision of a Senior Account Executive or higher-level leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day support to clients, projects, and colleagues and produces client deliverables
• Provide day-to-day support to clients, projects, and internal teams while producing high-quality client deliverables
• Manage multiple projects from conception through completion by anticipating client and team needs, addressing challenges proactively, and ensuring adherence to deadlines and budgets
• Produce polished written materials and distribute press assets (e.g., summary reports, press releases, credentials, proposals) through thorough research and analysis of client-related issues
• Handle media inquiries and take ownership of media relations initiatives by cultivating strong journalist relationships and ideating creative approaches to secure coverage
• Partner with clients to develop key messages, draft rapid-response materials, manage media inquiries, and provide on-site support for court proceedings and press briefings
• Monitor and analyze media coverage, public opinion, digital conversations, and relevant regulatory developments
• Maintain deep knowledge of industry topics, client issues, and news to deliver relevant, strategic, and creative communications aligned with business objectives
• Coordinate and execute client meetings and events; update dashboards and management systems and provide meeting recaps for supervisory review
• Contribute ideas to strategic communications planning and brainstorming sessions
• Research and monitor client industries to identify positioning opportunities and keep teams informed of relevant insights
• Proactively build relationships with external stakeholders (media, third-party organizations, and partners) to effectively communicate client messages
• Support research and development of new business proposals
• Assist with client administrative functions, including billing support and account reporting
• Attend and actively participate in internal and client meetings, including brainstorming sessions
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Account Coordinators, interns, and trainees

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to complete activities under assigned budget
• Excellent project management skills
• Advanced understanding of media channels and social media
• Ability to translate client needs into media opportunities
• Supervisory and team management skills
• Business presentation skills (including their development)
• Proficient in computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Independent, creative spirit, and the ability to do things differently "think out of the box"
• Ability to supervise multiple tasks simultaneously and work well under pressure

Experience & Qualifications

• A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in professional services firm, journalism, public relations, communications or related field is preferred
• BA/BS required; graduate degree in business, communications, public relations, journalism, or a relevant specialty preferred.
• Proven understanding of techniques of a professional services/consultancy firm.
• Media Relations experience, including media pitching, monitoring, and analysis; press trip work preferred but not required

About Newlink

At Newlink, we believe in the power of connections. We are a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations transform challenges into opportunities through innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven strategies. With a presence in the U.S., Latin America, and Europe, our multicultural team shares a passion for generating real impact through engagement.

LD&D, a rapidly growing Miami-based real estate development and investment firm, is seeking an Investment Associate to join the team for a Spring or Summer 2026 start date. We are looking for a highly analytical and motivated individual who values teamwork and is eager to contribute to the company's growth. 

The ideal candidate will be capable of analyzing the performance of the firm’s assets, underwriting new investment opportunities that align with the firm's investment theses, and modeling complex deal structures. This role involves reporting directly to the Vice President of Investments and entails close collaboration with the investment team and senior management across all stages of the development/investment cycle. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Build and maintain financial models for development, acquisition, and asset-level investments, incorporating complex capital structures, promote waterfalls, and return analyses (IRR, MOIC, NPV). 

• Support the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of new investment opportunities across ground-up development and value-add strategies. 

• Coordinate due diligence efforts including review of third-party reports, financial statements, leases, and market studies to ensure smooth and timely closings. 

• Collaborate with development and asset management teams to track business plan execution, update project-level models, and monitor performance versus budget. 

• Assist in capital markets activities, including lender and equity partner outreach, financial deliverables, and preparation of offering memoranda and investor presentations. 

• Prepare internal and external materials, including investment committee memos, pipeline summaries, and quarterly investor updates. 

• Conduct market research and data analysis on rents, sales, construction costs, and macroeconomic trends to inform underwriting assumptions and strategic decisions. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field; Master’s degree a plus. 

• 1+ years of experience in real estate, investment banking, private equity, or a related field. 

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills. 

• Ability to travel and manage a workload, as required by the projects. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently. 

LD&D offers a competitive salary based on experience and full healthcare benefits.