Private Equity Analyst

Description

Larson Capital Management LLC is a private equity real estate firm focused on creating long-term value through strategic investment, disciplined underwriting, and hands-on asset management. Our portfolio includes multifamily, office, and industrial properties across key U.S. markets. We pride ourselves on an entrepreneurial culture built on integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in every investment we make.

The Private Equity Analyst will play a key role in supporting the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of real estate investment opportunities. This individual will analyze potential acquisitions across multifamily, office, and industrial asset classes, assist in due diligence and closing processes, and support ongoing asset management and disposition efforts. The ideal candidate brings a strong financial foundation, a passion for real estate investing, and a proactive approach to problem solving in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisitions & Underwriting

• Build and maintain detailed financial models for potential acquisitions using Excel and/or Argus.
• Perform comprehensive underwriting and sensitivity analyses across multifamily, office, and industrial assets.
• Conduct market research, including rent and sales comparables, submarket trends, and competitive positioning.
• Prepare investment memoranda and presentation materials for internal review and Investment Committee approval.
• Support deal structuring, term negotiation, and financial due diligence.

Due Diligence & Transaction Management

• Manage and coordinate third-party reports, including appraisals, environmental, and property condition assessments.
• Review operating statements, rent rolls, and leases to verify financial assumptions.
• Assist with closing documentation, data room management, and transaction execution.

Asset Management & Dispositions

• Support the asset management team in tracking property performance against underwriting and budget expectations.
• Assist in preparing quarterly asset summaries, hold/sell analyses, and valuation updates.
• Contribute to disposition strategies, broker selection, and marketing coordination for asset sales.
• Perform return analyses and prepare disposition recommendation materials.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in real estate private equity, investment banking, or commercial real estate underwriting.
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills (Excel required; Argus strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience underwriting multifamily, office, and industrial assets.
• Familiarity with disposition and capital markets processes.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience with institutional real estate transactions, joint ventures, and fund-level modeling.
• Exposure to value-add, core-plus, or opportunistic investment strategies.
• Proficiency in CoStar, Yardi, Real Capital Analytics, or similar data platforms.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Larson offers a generous employee benefits & perks package:

• Profit Sharing Bonus Program
• 401(k) Employer Match up to 4%
• Medical Insurance (HDHP HSA plans are 100% paid for the employee)
• ER PD Telehealth
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• ER PD Life, Disability & EAP Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Paid time Off (112 hours after 90 days)
• Holiday Pay (12 Holidays)
• Training & Education
• ER Events, Awards, Activities