Acquisition Associate

Job Description

TA Realty

1301 Dove Street, #860

Newport Beach, CA 92660

(949) 852-2030

(949) 852-2031 facsimile

 

Company Overview:

Established in 1982, TA Realty is one of the largest and oldest real estate advisors in the United States. TA Realty has approximately $10+ billion of capital under management located in over 35 markets nationwide.

TA Realty’s consistent returns over many years and through several economic and real estate cycles, coupled with the extensive experience of the Firm’s professionals, have established TA Realty as one of the premier real estate advisors in the country.  Our investors, who include public, private and Taft Hartley pension funds, foundations, endowments, high net worth individuals and family offices, share a common commitment to equity real estate investments that produce superior returns over time. 

 

Job Title: Acquisitions Associate

The Acquisitions Associate will be a part of the Acquisitions team located in the Newport Beach office. This position will report directly to an Acquisitions Partner and will assist in evaluating, underwriting and transacting office, industrial, multifamily and retail investments in select West Coast markets.  

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Evaluate and underwrite a range of investment opportunities from core to value-add, utilizing sophisticated financial models and ARGUS software
• Support the Acquisitions Partner with all analytical and transactional aspects of an acquisition, including market research, due diligence, financing, structuring, negotiating and closing
• Prepare detailed investment memoranda for Acquisition Committee presentations and participate in the investment discussions with Partners in the Boston office
• Manage external due diligence consultants and resources; interface with business partners, lenders, lawyers and investment sales / brokerage community
• Travel to West Coast markets to evaluate opportunities and to perform due diligence investigations
• Prepare business plans and manage transition of new acquisitions to Asset Management team

 

Competencies/Skills

• Extremely strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate conclusions clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats
• A high level of proficiency in ARGUS as well as experience in Excel
• Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking and problem solving, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task within tight deadlines
• Self-motivated and able to spearhead projects in an entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to excel in a small, team-orientated environment

 

Qualifications

• Strong academic background, undergraduate or graduate degree from a top-tier university

 

Start Date

Preference for an immediate start date.

 

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter.