Entry Level Real Estate Analyst
Connect Search, LLC, Chicago, IL, United States
A specialized real estate investment advisor servicing institutional investors. The firm provides acquisition, valuation, and asset management services and manages a substantial portfolio of assets across major US markets.
About the Role
The Staff Analyst will support the acquisitions and valuations functions, reporting to a Vice President on the investment team. This is a strong entry point for someone looking to build a career in institutional real estate investing with hands-on exposure to underwriting, due diligence, and portfolio-level analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare pro forma cash flow projections in Argus Enterprise and Excel for quarterly appraisal valuations
Prepare pro forma cash flow projections for the analysis of potential acquisitions and redevelopments
Perform due diligence including lease abstraction, contract review, and financial statement analysis
Conduct comparative analyses of property budgets across leasing, rent, expenses, and capital expenditures
Analyze demographic and market data
Perform ad hoc analyses to support operating decisions and investment client requests
Assist in preparation of the annual strategic plan presented to investment partners
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Accounting
Entry-level to early career candidates welcome
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Strong work ethic and team player
Argus Enterprise / DCF software experience a plus
Competitive base salary plus performance bonus. Full benefits including 401(k), health, dental, vision, and paid time off.
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About the Role
The Staff Analyst will support the acquisitions and valuations functions, reporting to a Vice President on the investment team. This is a strong entry point for someone looking to build a career in institutional real estate investing with hands-on exposure to underwriting, due diligence, and portfolio-level analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare pro forma cash flow projections in Argus Enterprise and Excel for quarterly appraisal valuations
Prepare pro forma cash flow projections for the analysis of potential acquisitions and redevelopments
Perform due diligence including lease abstraction, contract review, and financial statement analysis
Conduct comparative analyses of property budgets across leasing, rent, expenses, and capital expenditures
Analyze demographic and market data
Perform ad hoc analyses to support operating decisions and investment client requests
Assist in preparation of the annual strategic plan presented to investment partners
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, or Accounting
Entry-level to early career candidates welcome
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Strong work ethic and team player
Argus Enterprise / DCF software experience a plus
Competitive base salary plus performance bonus. Full benefits including 401(k), health, dental, vision, and paid time off.
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