Vice President, Acquisitions

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to assist with the successful implementation of the firm's acquisition program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate new deal opportunities through networking with brokers and operating partners
• Review and screen acquisitions opportunities
• Underwrite transactions
• Lead the due diligence and transaction closing processes and transition newly acquired assets to the firm's asset management team
• Prepare and present investment committee memos
• Assist in the management and mentorship of team Associates and Analyst

Education/Qualifications:

• MBA or graduate of higher level real estate program a plus but not required
• Second European language a plus

Experience:

• 7+ years experience in real estate acquisitions, asset management, portfolio management or lending (office, industrial, multifamily and general market knowledge a plus)
• Cross cultural work experience a plus
• Underwriting, managing due diligence and closing transactions

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong working knowledge of Argus and Excel
• Strong working knowledge of Power Point
• Excellent analytical/financial modeling skills
• Strong knowledge of common JV and financing structures including multi-investor structures and operator promotes
• Spoken and written fluency in English required
• Strong presentation skills both oral and written

Competencies:

• Rigorous, self-motivated team player
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Organized and detailed oriented; ability to multi-task
• Strong interpersonal skills