Analyst, Housing Acquisitions
Chicago
Thursday, 07 May 2026
Underwrite opportunities that support the company’s real estate investment and financial objectives. Assists with the coordination and compliance of all requirements for the due diligence and closing of real estate acquisitions, dispositions and development transactions. Supports in the development of external relationships with key market participants, investment sales, leasing brokers, and lenders. Perform extensive financial underwriting and market research of potential acquisitions targets using Excel. Maintain and source information for the team’s acquisitions pipeline for multifamily and student housing. Assist in preparation of various presentations in PowerPoint. Assist in the production of investment committee memorandums. Work with internal research tools, existing portfolio metrics and third-party data sources to help underwrite opportunities. Assist Transactions Officers by working collaboratively with internal stakeholders including Asset Management, Portfolio Management, Engineering, Legal, and Accounting, in addition to external third-party service providers including property managers, brokers, partners, consultants, lenders and developers. Educational Requirements. University (Degree) Preferred. Work Experience. No Experience Required. Physical Requirements. Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work. Career Level 5 IC - Qualifications. Understanding of fundamental real estate valuation concepts. Excellent command of Excel, including proficiency with advanced analytical spreadsheet skills. Familiarity with PowerPoint, Red. IQ, AI and Yardi a plus. Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Assertive and confident speaker. Excellent attention paid to writing and grammar. Highly motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently and problem solve. Ability to analyze and identify variances or opportunities in rent rolls and/or operating statements. Time management and prioritization skills Ability to manage concurrent assignments with more than one transaction office. Drivers License. Related Skills. Business Development, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Market/ Industry Dynamics, Opportunity Strategy, Organizational Savviness, Real Estate Investments, Underwriting.