A financial services institution in New York City is looking to fill an immediate need with the addition of a new Data Scientist / Data Analyst to their team. In this role, the Data Scientist / Data Analyst will be responsible for spearheading data analysis function on the Acquisitions team byexploring, analyzing, processing and researching novel approaches in data sourcing and processing to enhance our acquisitions and underwriting models.
Responsibilities:
The Data Scientist / Data Analyst will be responsible for:

• Create acquisition strategies based on data
• Build out the critical inputs that drive successful real estate expansion strategies using statistical analysis
• Create models and scenario analyses for the full lifecycle financial plan of each potential assets, fund partnership, and acquisition strategy
• Complete typical underwriting and asset due diligence which will include: analyzing the historical budgets, financial statements and asset information for individual assets and a pool of assets in a fund to create a full business plan
• Perform site tours to verify and discover property conditions and operating levels
• Manage and direct a team of external real estate contacts to execute company strategies, help with market data, and provide feedback with respect to real estate activities
• Assist with the origination and placement of debt with market participant
• Conduct market and demographic research, as well as lead site selection and property tours with teams and third-party service providers
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and/or Engineering
• Extensive understanding of data and its implications for Real Estate Investment
• Current knowledge of industry trends in Real Estate and Development
• An understanding of ML algorithms, data science concepts and ideally some experience in applied statistics
• Solid problem solving and time management skills
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized