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Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst

Marcus & Millichap, Encino, CA, United States


Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst

Marcus & Millichap is the nation's leading brokerage firm specializing in real estate investments with offices nationwide. Marcus & Millichap offers owners and investors the nation's most comprehensive real estate research and analysis for all types of income-producing property. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning senior investment sales team with significant opportunities for growth within one of the nation's largest commercial real estate investment brokerages. This role will support one of the firm's top-producing teams, delivering institutional-caliber investment analysis and valuations for high-profile commercial real estate assets. This role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with senior leadership on complex real estate investment opportunities and sophisticated financial modeling in one of the most competitive commercial real estate markets in the country. The Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst will lead financial analysis and underwriting for the team's active deal pipeline across a wide range of commercial real estate investment opportunities and will be responsible for producing institutional-quality financial models and valuation analyses that support pricing strategy, client advisory, marketing initiatives, and high-value transaction execution. Why join our team Work on high-profile commercial real estate opportunities across Southern California Direct exposure to sophisticated private investors, family offices, and institutional capital Join one of Marcus & Millichap's top-producing investment sales teams Highly entrepreneurial, performance-driven environment with significant opportunity for professional growth Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives The base salary range for this role is $38.46 $53.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined by factors such as education, experience, and job-related skills relevant to the role. Marcus & Millichap is a multi-state employer and posted salary ranges are provided in good faith for compliance with all relevant pay-transparency regulations. These ranges may not reflect potential compensation for positions based in other states or regions. This position is eligible for a discretionary performance-based bonus. The exact bonus amount is not guaranteed and will vary based on individual performance, team results, and company performance. Responsibilities Lead financial underwriting and investment analysis across all properties within the team's deal pipeline, including cash flow modeling, IRR analysis, cap rate analysis, comparable sales analysis, owner-user analysis, land residual analysis, and sensitivity analysis. Review and analyze property financial statements, leases, and supporting documentation to determine appropriate underwriting assumptions, modeling approach, scope of analysis, and timing of financial deliverables. Build and maintain sophisticated financial models for single and multi-tenant retail, office, mixed-use, and redevelopment opportunities. Analyze comparable sales, lease data, market trends, and pricing dynamics across Southern California to support valuation and underwriting assumptions. Organize and present analytical findings, draw objective conclusions, and recommend appropriate modeling parameters and assumptions. Prepare investment memorandums, marketing copy, financial analyses, and investor presentation materials. Maintain underwriting consistency and quality control across all financial deliverables. Qualification: 37+ years of experience in commercial real estate financial analysis Advanced proficiency in Excel financial modeling, Argus, and CoStar Strong understanding of real estate valuation metrics, including IRR, NPV, cap rates, and DSCR Experience analyzing retail, office, mixed-use, and land development opportunities Ability to interpret property financial statements, leases, and market data to support investment underwriting and valuation analysis Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills Ability to work under tight deadlines and complete projects on time with accuracy Strong understanding of zoning regulations and municipal ordinances to support financial modeling for development sites and detailed land residual analysis Self-motivated, team-oriented and capable of handling several tasks simultaneously. Benefits: Marcus & Millichap offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, well-being, and financial security. Eligible employees may have access to the following benefits, subject to the terms of applicable benefit plans: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions Life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources Benefits eligibility, coverage, and employer contributions may vary based on position, employment status (full-time or part-time), location, and length of service. This summary is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of benefits. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process or upon request