Acquisition Associate – Retail/Commercial Real Estate

Important Note:

Candidates must have retail-focused commercial real estate experience to be considered. If you do not meet this qualification, we kindly ask that you refrain from applying.

Compensation: $150,000 per year + benefits + percentage of acquisition fees

Are you an entrepreneurial professional with a retail-focused commercial real estate background? Are you results-oriented, analytical, and ready to make an impact in a growing investment and brokerage firm? If so, we invite you to apply for this Acquisition Associate role.

This position offers competitive compensation, including a generous base salary, benefits, and a percentage of acquisition fees. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team, leveraging your expertise to acquire retail sites while growing within a fast-paced, innovative environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Source Deals: Perform market research to identify acquisition opportunities by analyzing trends, demographics, and competition.
• Financial Underwriting: Conduct detailed financial analyses, including cash flow modeling, sensitivity testing, and ROI projections, to evaluate investment opportunities and debt/equity financing structures.
• Due Diligence: Manage financial, legal, and operational assessments during the acquisition process.
• Investment Proposals: Create compelling investment memoranda and presentations that outline strategies, risks, and returns.
• Collaboration: Work closely with finance, legal, and property management teams to execute acquisitions seamlessly.
• Negotiation: Support negotiations with sellers, brokers, and stakeholders to secure favorable terms.
• Portfolio Management: Monitor portfolio performance and recommend strategies to maximize investment returns.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 3-5 years of commercial real estate acquisition experience, ideally with a focus on retail properties.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A proactive, think-outside-the-box approach with a passion for identifying opportunities and driving success.
• Technical Skills: Advanced financial modeling and underwriting expertise for commercial properties.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced degrees or certifications such as CFA or CCIM are a plus).
• Communication & Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical ability, problem-solving skills, and clear, professional communication.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive base salary of $150,000/year with benefits and a share of acquisition fees.
• Comprehensive benefits, including 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.
• Bonus opportunities based on performance.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team environment with significant room for career growth.