Senior Associate - Real Estate Investment

Our SelectLeaders client, based in the vibrant heart of Los Angeles, is a dynamic real estate development and investment company with a passion for shaping the future of urban living through ground-up multifamily and build-to-rent residential projects.

They are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Associate - Real Estate Investment to join their team.

This role will be responsible for conducting in-depth financial analyses, building/updating/managing deal proformas, structuring capital stacks, and optimizing investment strategies to support the company’s growth. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modeling skills, a deep understanding of real estate capital markets, and the ability to evaluate various funding sources to enhance investment returns while mitigating risk. 

• Develop comprehensive pro forma financial models to evaluate the feasibility, returns, and risks of potential real estate investments.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses and stress tests to assess investment performance under varying market conditions.
•  Structure and optimize capital stacks for real estate projects, effectively layering debt and equity sources to maximize returns and minimize risk.
• Evaluate financing structures, including senior debt, mezzanine financing, and preferred/common equity.
• Work closely with leadership to position the company for raising capital from outside equity investors by ensuring financial transparency and strategic financial planning.
• Analyze and assess various funding sources, including private equity, institutional capital, and joint ventures, to support company expansion.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for real estate investments.
• Perform due diligence on potential acquisitions, partnerships, and financing opportunities.
• Identify and implement innovative financing solutions to support growth and new development opportunities.
• Develop strategies for structuring investments that align with company goals and investor expectations. 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in real estate investment, finance, or private equity.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and real estate underwriting.
• Strong understanding of capital markets, debt, and equity financing structures.
• Experience with private equity, institutional capital, and joint venture investments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and cross-functional teams. 

• Opportunity to work on high-impact real estate investments and contribute to company growth.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with exposure to senior leadership.
• Competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.

• Pay: $120,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year