RETS Associates
Overview
RETS Associates, on behalf of our client, a fully integrated real estate investment and asset management firm, is seeking an Asset Management Associate in Santa Monica, CA . They invest and manage assets across the real estate capital structure, including properties, loans, and securities, with a mission to create long-term value for investors and sustain results across market cycles.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain financial, valuation, and sensitivity models for real estate assets and debt investments, utilizing Excel and Argus to determine NPV and IRR.
- Direct preparation of quarterly business plans, including leasing strategies, operating budgets, capital improvement plans, and monetization strategies.
- Model strategic hold/sell recommendations and assist with asset disposition processes.
- Oversee business plan execution, working with joint venture partners, leasing teams, and property managers to ensure performance aligns with objectives.
- Assist in preparing quarterly reports, valuations, and capital improvement strategies, including vendor selection and contract negotiations.
- Provide periodic reporting for senior management, joint venture partners, lenders, and investor relations.
- Support due diligence efforts on potential acquisitions, including legal, financial, and physical reviews.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year university.
- 2-4 years of experience in institutional real estate asset management or acquisitions.
- Strong analytical background in commercial real estate (multifamily, office, retail, mixed-use) across acquisitions, asset/portfolio management, or real estate finance.
- Advanced financial modeling and forecasting skills with the ability to generate actionable insights.
- Knowledge of key construction and development processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and organizational skills for presenting analyses and recommendations.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Argus.
Benefits
Client offers a strong benefit package (medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, disability and life insurance).
Seniority level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Analyst, Research, and Strategy/Planning