AVP, Acquisitions

About Waterton

Waterton has grown from very humble beginnings with one phone and two desks to the successful, nationally recognized real estate investment and management firm it is today. As Waterton has evolved and grown, one thing has remained constant - the drive to achieve results by exceeding expectations. For 30 years Waterton remains passionate about delivering an incredible Resident Experience, which we believe is made possible by offering an extraordinary experience for our talented associates. We value performance that delivers experiences that exceed expectations, coupled with an unwavering commitment to Investor, Guest, and Resident service excellence. Overall, we are a collection of people who strive daily to “find the good and leave it better”.

Job Summary

The AVP, Acquisitions is responsible for originating and evaluating multifamily acquisition opportunities specifically within the West Coast region, and will also carry out due diligence, market research and financing-related activities.

Your Impact And Job Responsibilities

• Source multifamily originations through an existing network of owners, brokers and servicers.
• Work with SVP and VP in handling acquisitions for Waterton Investment Vehicles.
• Work with SVP and VP on large portfolio and REIT acquisitions.
• Conduct due diligence including legal, accounting, engineering and financial.
• Underwrite real estate acquisition deals.
• Perform detailed market/submarket surveys.
• Analyze financial statements and rent rolls.
• Present multifamily opportunities on a regular basis to the Acquisition Team and Investment Committee.
• Participate in the negotiation of project financing, and assist in underwriting, negotiating and closing future residential investments, where opportunities warrant.
• Assist in managing Acquisitions Analysts.

What You’ll Bring- Desired Skills And Experience

• Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience in business, finance, real estate, or a related field required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in multi-family acquisitions. Familiarity with West Coast markets preferred.
• Extensive travel is required.
• Superior analytical and investigative skills, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with financial modeling.
• Highly task focused, independent critical thinker, and aptitude to spot trends in data or figure out how complex systems work.

How We Will Recognize And Reward You

At Waterton, we recognize that compensation and benefits are important to our associates. We offer a wide variety of benefits including:

• Competitive compensation and incentive program participation
• Full suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and even pet insurance
• 401k match
• Generous paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays
• A commitment to life-long learning through learning plans that include internal and external trainings, as well as consideration for tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts and wellness initiatives, like an onsite gym.
• Hybrid work environment (based on business or position needs)

The typical base salary hiring range for this role is $125,000.00-$145,000.00 per year, plus bonus program participation.

The pay range is a base pay only and does not include any additional compensation or bonuses that this position may be eligible for. The pay range is approximate and the actual pay may vary depending on related work experience, certifications, education, and other job related factors.

Waterton welcomes all.

Waterton is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.