Real Estate Investment Analyst
Los Angeles
SelectLeaders – SelectLeaders Analysts /
Hybrid
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 Real Estate Investment Analyst 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.
Key Responsibilities:
- 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.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- 5+ 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.
Why Join Us?
- 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.
