Senor Vice President of Acquisitions

Senior Vice President of Acquisitions

This is a hybrid position based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Candidates must reside in the Chicagoland area and be able to commute to the office several days per week

Job Summary

The Senor Vice President of Acquisitions is responsible for sourcing, underwriting, and closing Class A/B core-plus and value-added multifamily acquisition opportunities that align with JVM Realty’s investment strategy. This position requires sophisticated financial analysis, a high level of attention to detail and collaboration across operations, investor relations and accounting departments. The role reports to the Chief Investment Officer.

Your Impact and Job Responsibilities

Deal Sourcing & Execution

• Close 2-4 multifamily acquisition opportunities annually in the $50-100 million range through established networks of owners and brokers.
• Present investment opportunities to the Investment Committee with comprehensive financial analysis and market positioning
• Lead due diligence processes including legal, financial, physical reviews
• Asist in negotiating purchase agreements, financing terms, and joint venture agreements
• Lead depositions of existing assets including conducting hold-sell analysis, broker selection, working with buyers and managing the closing process

Financial Analysis & Market Intelligence

• Underwrite complex real estate acquisition deals using proprietary excel models 
• Analyze financial statements, rent rolls, and operating histories, etc. to inform detailed underwriting
• Perform detailed market and submarket surveys including competitive analysis, demographic studies, and supply/demand dynamics
• Develop and maintain comprehensive market intelligence for Midwest markets with expansion capability for multi-regional growth
• Create investment memorandums and presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders

Capital Markets & Investor Relations

• Participate in negotiation of project financing including debt placement and equity structuring
• Support capital raising from high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors and family offices
• Assist in presentation development for investor meetings and capital raising activities

Leadership & Team Management

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transaction execution
• Participate in strategic planning and market expansion initiatives
• Contribute to departmental budget planning and expense management

What You'll Bring - Required Skills and Experience

Experience Requirements

• 10 years of institutional multifamily acquisition experience
• Demonstrated track record in Class A/Class B core-plus value-added investment strategies
• Experience with institutional-quality underwriting and due diligence processes
• Experience negotiating joint ventures with institutional partners
• Established network of private and institutional capital relationships
• Midwest market familiarity preferred; multi-regional capability a plus
• Proven ability to manage complex transaction timelines and multiple stakeholders

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, real estate, or related field required
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS Real Estate) strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Superior financial modeling and analytical capabilities with attention to detail
• Advanced Excel skills including complex financial analysis and scenario modeling
• Strong presentation skills with PowerPoint and other business software

Personal Attributes

• Highly task-focused independent critical thinker with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to travel to target markets when required
• Strong relationship-building capabilities with brokers, lenders, and industry professionals
• Results-driven with ability to work in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Compensation, Benefits &

Base Compensation

Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000 annually plus bonus. The actual salary within this range will be determined based on experience, education, market conditions

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance; telehealth and flexible spending accounts; fitness center reimbursement; short and long-term disability coverage
• Financial Security: 401(k) plan with company matching; life and AD&D insurance; hospital confinement and critical illness protection
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO and company-paid holidays; flexible work arrangements when not traveling
• Professional Development: Tuition assistance; industry conference attendance; professional certification support
• Additional Perks: Housing discount and rental discounts; community volunteer days; employee assistance program; identity theft protection; pet insurance
• Travel: Comprehensive travel expense coverage including transportation, lodging, and entertainment

About Us

JVM Realty is a growing multifamily real estate investment and property management company headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois. Since 1975, we have built a solid reputation and proven track record for financial success through disciplined underwriting, value-creation strategies, and operational excellence.

As we expand our institutional presence and geographic footprint, we are seeking exceptional talent to join our acquisition platform. In every aspect of our business, we are guided by firm principles, a commitment to excellence and integrity. At JVM, we're Invested in You.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.