PEPI Senior Associate, Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
Alvarez & Marsal, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Senior Associate, Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 professionals in more than 40 countries. We work hands‑on to solve clients’ problems and help them reach their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers, doers, and contributes to a collaborative, high‑performance environment guided by our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity.
Team Our professionals align with the PEPI service line to develop deep functional skills and tailor solutions addressing clients’ business challenges.
CDD/Strategy
Interim Management
Merger Integration & Carve‑outs
Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
IT
Rapid Results
Supply Chain
CFO Services
How You Will Contribute We provide private‑equity buyers with a continuum of knowledge and tools for mergers, acquisitions, carve‑outs, joint ventures, and alliances. The team works across the full spectrum of the deal lifecycle—from pre‑deal operational and synergy reviews, through 'Day‑1' planning, to post‑deal implementation. Responsibilities include:
Pre‑deal Real Estate diligence (operational, financial, pre‑deal due diligence)
Merger/acquisition synergy identification, portfolio consolidation, and post‑deal integration
Carve‑out/divestiture site separation governance, real‑estate costing, and legal entity planning
Corporate Real Estate performance improvement through CRE organization transformation, value creation, and portfolio optimization
Day‑1 and 100‑day planning and execution
Implement high‑quality deliverables and manage day‑to‑day client relationships to ensure exceptional performance
Qualifications
3–5 years of professional consulting, finance or real‑estate industry experience
Experience with real‑estate owner‑operators, private‑equity sponsors, portfolio companies, or financial‑services firms; transaction‑specific M&A integration or divestiture experience is a plus
Experience with multiple real‑estate asset classes (multi‑family, single‑family residential, office, industrial, retail, hospitality, data centers, public storage, etc.)
Familiarity with corporate real‑estate portfolio strategy, site selection, economic incentives, and lease administration is a plus
Deep functional expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Business / transformation program / project management
Collaboration & leading change to improve key business functions (e.g., finance/accounting)
Business assessment and strategy development
Business performance improvement and cost reduction
Property Management
Asset Management
Real Estate Finance, Accounting, Treasury and/or FP&A
Real Estate Acquisitions/Dispositions
Real Estate Valuation
Demonstrated track record working with business leaders and private‑equity deal staff
Ability to develop junior staff
Proven writing skills and a desire to produce polished client‑facing documents
Excellent fact‑gathering and research skills (lease/site data abstraction, market benchmarking, portfolio analysis)
Highly proficient in Excel (business process mapping, quantitative analysis, trend identification, evidence‑based insights)
Excellent financial modelling skills (scenario‑based cash‑flow analysis)
Proficiency in leveraging AI for research
Project management skills with ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives, driving planning, execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment
Experience designing and supervising internal/external change/communications strategy
Previous strategy and change‑management experience (e.g., top‑tier strategy firm, Big‑4 consultancy)
Bachelor’s degree required
Flexibility to travel up to 75% of time
Your Journey at A&M We prioritize professional development, continuous learning, and meritocracy in a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. • Learn new skills through top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities. • Advance your career with clear progression paths and leadership training. • Experience a supportive environment focused on well‑being, benefits, and personal growth.
Benefits Summary Full‑time employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for the A&M fringe benefits program, including healthcare plans, flexible spending accounts, life, AD&D, disability coverage, 401(k) with discretionary employer contributions, paid time off (vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time, 10 federal holidays, one floating holiday, parental leave), and other benefits. For eligibility and further details, consult the benefits portal.
Equal Opportunity Employer Alvarez & Marsal is an equal opportunity employer. We provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions without discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic. Employees and applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region
here .
Unsolicited Resumes from Third‑Party Recruiters We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged for a specified opening. Any application will be handled without agency fees.
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Team Our professionals align with the PEPI service line to develop deep functional skills and tailor solutions addressing clients’ business challenges.
CDD/Strategy
Interim Management
Merger Integration & Carve‑outs
Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
IT
Rapid Results
Supply Chain
CFO Services
How You Will Contribute We provide private‑equity buyers with a continuum of knowledge and tools for mergers, acquisitions, carve‑outs, joint ventures, and alliances. The team works across the full spectrum of the deal lifecycle—from pre‑deal operational and synergy reviews, through 'Day‑1' planning, to post‑deal implementation. Responsibilities include:
Pre‑deal Real Estate diligence (operational, financial, pre‑deal due diligence)
Merger/acquisition synergy identification, portfolio consolidation, and post‑deal integration
Carve‑out/divestiture site separation governance, real‑estate costing, and legal entity planning
Corporate Real Estate performance improvement through CRE organization transformation, value creation, and portfolio optimization
Day‑1 and 100‑day planning and execution
Implement high‑quality deliverables and manage day‑to‑day client relationships to ensure exceptional performance
Qualifications
3–5 years of professional consulting, finance or real‑estate industry experience
Experience with real‑estate owner‑operators, private‑equity sponsors, portfolio companies, or financial‑services firms; transaction‑specific M&A integration or divestiture experience is a plus
Experience with multiple real‑estate asset classes (multi‑family, single‑family residential, office, industrial, retail, hospitality, data centers, public storage, etc.)
Familiarity with corporate real‑estate portfolio strategy, site selection, economic incentives, and lease administration is a plus
Deep functional expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Business / transformation program / project management
Collaboration & leading change to improve key business functions (e.g., finance/accounting)
Business assessment and strategy development
Business performance improvement and cost reduction
Property Management
Asset Management
Real Estate Finance, Accounting, Treasury and/or FP&A
Real Estate Acquisitions/Dispositions
Real Estate Valuation
Demonstrated track record working with business leaders and private‑equity deal staff
Ability to develop junior staff
Proven writing skills and a desire to produce polished client‑facing documents
Excellent fact‑gathering and research skills (lease/site data abstraction, market benchmarking, portfolio analysis)
Highly proficient in Excel (business process mapping, quantitative analysis, trend identification, evidence‑based insights)
Excellent financial modelling skills (scenario‑based cash‑flow analysis)
Proficiency in leveraging AI for research
Project management skills with ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives, driving planning, execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment
Experience designing and supervising internal/external change/communications strategy
Previous strategy and change‑management experience (e.g., top‑tier strategy firm, Big‑4 consultancy)
Bachelor’s degree required
Flexibility to travel up to 75% of time
Your Journey at A&M We prioritize professional development, continuous learning, and meritocracy in a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. • Learn new skills through top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities. • Advance your career with clear progression paths and leadership training. • Experience a supportive environment focused on well‑being, benefits, and personal growth.
Benefits Summary Full‑time employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for the A&M fringe benefits program, including healthcare plans, flexible spending accounts, life, AD&D, disability coverage, 401(k) with discretionary employer contributions, paid time off (vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time, 10 federal holidays, one floating holiday, parental leave), and other benefits. For eligibility and further details, consult the benefits portal.
Equal Opportunity Employer Alvarez & Marsal is an equal opportunity employer. We provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions without discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic. Employees and applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region
here .
Unsolicited Resumes from Third‑Party Recruiters We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged for a specified opening. Any application will be handled without agency fees.
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