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Host Hotels & Resorts

Senior Analyst, Feasibility and Investment Analysis

Host Hotels & Resorts, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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Senior Analyst, Feasibility and Investment Analysis The individual’s primary focus is to support the Portfolio Strategy & Feasibility team and the company’s investment decision‑making process to ensure disciplined and rational allocation of capital. This is accomplished through completion of hotel valuations, and market, corporate, and industry analyses. The position requires a solid foundation of lodging real‑estate valuation experience, as well as comprehensive knowledge of the real‑estate and hospitality industries.

The principal functions of the position include:

As a member of the Enterprise Analytics team, prepare analyses in support of the development and implementation of Host’s corporate strategic plan

Support Portfolio Strategy & Feasibility team through completion of ad‑hoc analyses focused on asset performance, market dynamics, and portfolio evaluation

Develop/maintain a thorough understanding of lodging industry dynamics for assigned markets

Feasibility and underwriting of capital projects

Preparation of valuations of owned assets for dispositions or management agreement negotiations with oversight.

Assisting with underwriting of acquisition targets

Key Responsibilities

Assess historical market dynamics; prepare supply, demand, financial, market penetration and valuation analyses – extensive Excel financial modeling required

Perform market research and analysis for properties and markets considered for acquisition, disposition or major capital projects

Utilize benchmarking tools and work collaboratively with the Enterprise Analytics, Investments, and Asset Management teams to identify potential opportunities and risks

Create portfolio analytics and dashboards to support Host’s strategic plan and capital allocation

Conduct market and industry research used in the development of business plans and presentations

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Hospitality, Real Estate, Finance or related field

At least three years of relevant experience in hotel/lodging valuation, asset management, investments, feasibility, or commercial real estate underwriting with direct hotel exposure.

Position requires a thorough knowledge of the lodging industry and real‑estate finance

Required Skills

Advanced pro‑forma and financial structure Excel spreadsheet modeling

Understanding of industry data sets (STR, CoStar) and demonstrated ability to gather, interpret, and synthesize complex data from various sources

Exceptional report writing, verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively present assumptions and conclusions for assigned projects

Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments

A very thorough / detail oriented approach to work product, with commitment to quality and accuracy

A strong desire to achieve team goals and the flexibility to provide assistance where needed

Seniority level Not Applicable

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Analyst and Strategy/Planning

Industries Real Estate and Hospitality

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Tuition assistance

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