What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Associate - Multifamily Acquisitions & Asset Management position at Alexander Chapman?
A well-capitalized and entrepreneurial real estate investment firm is seeking an Associate to support acquisitions and asset management activities across a growing portfolio. This role offers broad exposure across the investment lifecycle, including underwriting, due diligence, portfolio analysis, operating performance, and strategic initiatives.
Qualification
- 3–5 years of experience in real estate, investment banking, private equity
- Strong financial modeling, analytical, and quantitative skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with strong PowerPoint and Word capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think strategically from both an investment and operational perspective
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Self-motivated professional with sound judgment, a strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
- Familiarity with multifamily real estate and/or New York City housing is preferred
- Bachelor's degree required; finance, real estate, economics, business, or a related field preferred
Key Responsibilities
Acquisitions & Asset Management
- Screen and evaluate prospective investment opportunities
- Build and maintain detailed financial underwriting and valuation models
- Conduct market, submarket, and competitive landscape analyses
- Prepare investment memoranda, transaction summaries, and presentation materials
- Support due diligence efforts by coordinating with brokers, lenders, consultants, attorneys, and other third-party stakeholders
- Assist in evaluating business plans, capital improvement initiatives, and execution risk
- Develop and maintain relationships with brokers and other industry professional
- Monitor property and portfolio performance to help drive cash flow, operational efficiency, and investment returns
- Review financial statements, leasing activity, traffic trends, delinquencies, and other key operating metrics
- Partner with property management teams to identify operational challenges and implement solutions
- Assist with annual budgeting, business planning, capital improvement projects, and cash flow forecastings
- Support portfolio-wide initiatives focused on revenue growth, expense management, and operational improvements
- Help maintain lender, investor, and regulatory compliance requirements
- Prepare recurring and ad hoc reporting, analyses, and presentations for senior management