Real Estate Development & Acquisitions Analys

Real Estate Development & Acquisitions Analyst 

Location: Chicago, IL 

Position Overview 

• The Analyst will support acquisitions and development activities across the full lifecycle of multifamily projects. 

• This role offers direct exposure to senior leadership in a lean, execution-focused environment with the expectation to contribute quickly and take ownership. 

Underwriting & Analysis 

• Lead underwriting and financial analysis for acquisitions and development opportunities 

• Build and maintain financial models (ground-up, value-add, recapitalizations) 

• Analyze key metrics including IRR, yield, and sensitivities 

• Evaluate new opportunities and support pipeline management 

Deal Execution 

• Support transactions from initial evaluation through closing 

• Assist in structuring debt, JV equity, and capital stack 

• Prepare investment committee and lender/investor materials 

• Coordinate due diligence and third-party reports 

Development & Market Exposure 

• Maintain development budgets and track performance vs. underwriting 

• Support lender reporting and key project milestones 

• Analyze markets, rent comps, and supply pipeline 

• Support sourcing and evaluate new opportunities 

Qualifications 

• 1–3 years of experience in real estate, investment banking, or private equity 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field 

• Strong financial modeling skills and understanding of real estate finance 

Technical Skills 

• Advanced Excel proficiency (required) 

• Ability to build and audit financials models independently with limited oversight 

What We Offer 

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and investment decisions 

• Broad experience across acquisitions and development 

• Competitive base salary + benefits