Associate Director – US Investments (Real Estate)

Our client is a very large well-known Private Equity/Real Estate Fund.

The select individual will be responsible for executing large big-budget commercial real estate transactions across various sectors.

Primary Strategies include: office, industrial, logistics, data centers, commercial and mixed-use asset classes

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Responsibilities

• The role will focus on office/industrial underwriting/M&A activities across the southeast US region.
• Identify market trends, and translate these insights into actionable investment strategies.
• Utilize a network of industry relationships with the Brokerage community and Property Managers to procure desired assets in target regions.
• Develop and execute strategies with intent to enhance and expand upon strategic alliances and optimize capital allocation through direct investments/acquisitions.
• Work closely with both internal and external partners to build the firm's brand and manage the full life-cycle deal execution process from sourcing to closing while performing strong analytical and due diligence responsibilities.
• Prepare Investment/Offering Memorandums for Investment Committee and Partners.
• Manage, develop, and mentor the Acquisition Team, assisting in building a high-performing team and implementing processes to support their success.
• Collaborate with senior leaders across business units to support expansion, consolidation, and relocation needs.

Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience within commercial Real Estate Acquisit
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• Top Academic pedigree required.
• CFA/MBA strongly preferred.
• Proven track record of managing/mentoring and developing young Analysts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data modeling, research, quantitative, and analytical skills.
• High interest in and enthusiasm about economic and financial market trends
• Exceptional client-facing skills and service orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders and effectively communicate complex issues both verbally and in writing to senior management and clients.