Alvarez & Marsal
PEPI Senior Associate, Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
Alvarez & Marsal, New York, New York, us, 10261
Senior Associate, Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
Location: New York, NY
Employer: Alvarez & Marsal (A&M)
About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results‑oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. We celebrate independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. Guided by the core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, we foster a collaborative environment and engaging work that our people love.
The Team Our professionals are aligned with the PEPI service line to promote deep functional skills and tailor solutions to our clients’ business issues.
CDD/Strategy
Interim Management
Merger Integration & Carve‑outs
Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
IT
Rapid Results
Supply Chain
CFO Services
How You Will Contribute We bring a structured and disciplined approach to create and capture value, providing private equity buyers with a continuum of knowledge and tools for mergers, acquisitions, carve‑outs, joint ventures, and alliances. The team works across the full spectrum of the deal lifecycle from pre‑deal, operational and synergy reviews, through "Day‑1" planning, to post‑deal implementations.
Pre‑deal Real Estate diligence assignments (operational, financial and pre‑deal due diligence)
Merger/acquisition synergy identification, portfolio consolidation and post‑deal integration
Carve‑out/divestiture site separation governance, real‑estate costing and legal entity planning
Corporate Real Estate performance improvement through CRE organization transformation, value creation and portfolio optimization
Day‑1 and 100‑day planning and execution
Implement high‑quality deliverables and effectively manage day‑to‑day relationships to ensure exceptional performance
Qualifications
3‑5 years of professional consulting, finance or real estate industry experience
Experience working for a real‑estate owner‑operator, private equity sponsor, portfolio company or financial services company; transaction‑specific merger/acquisition integration or divestiture experience is a plus
Experience with multiple real‑estate asset classes (multi‑family, single‑family, office, industrial, retail, hospitality, data centers, public storage, etc.)
Familiarity with corporate real‑estate including portfolio strategy, site selection, economic incentives, lease administration (plus but not required)
Deep functional expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Business / transformation program / project management
Collaboration and leading change to improve key business functions, such as finance/accounting
Business assessment and strategy development
Business performance improvement and cost reduction
Property Management
Asset Management
Real Estate Finance, Accounting, Treasury and/or FP&A
Real Estate Acquisitions/Dispositions
Real Estate Valuation
Demonstrated track record working with business leaders and private equity deal staff
Ability to work with and develop junior staff
Proven writing skills with a desire to produce polished client‑facing documents
Excellent fact‑gathering and research skills, including lease and site data abstraction, market benchmarking, and portfolio analysis
Highly proficient in Excel with excellent analytical skills, including business process mapping, quantitative analysis, data interpretation, trend identification, and problem‑solving through evidence‑based insights
Excellent financial modelling skills, using complex financial models and client data to uncover actionable insights, and scenario‑based cash‑flow analysis
Proficiency leveraging AI for research
Project management skills with proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives, driving planning, execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery
Specific experience designing and supervising the execution of internally‑focused and externally‑focused change/communications strategy
Previous strategy and change management experience, advisory experience from a top‑tier strategy firm, leading specialist, niche advisory firm, or Big‑4 consultancy
Bachelor’s degree required
Flexibility to travel up to 75% of time
Your Journey at A&M We prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
Benefits include healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, accident & disablement, 401(k) retirement savings with discretionary contributions, paid time off (vacation, personal days, sick time, holidays, floating holiday, parental leave) and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Alvarez & Marsal is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Management
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results‑oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients’ problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. We celebrate independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. Guided by the core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity, we foster a collaborative environment and engaging work that our people love.
The Team Our professionals are aligned with the PEPI service line to promote deep functional skills and tailor solutions to our clients’ business issues.
CDD/Strategy
Interim Management
Merger Integration & Carve‑outs
Real Estate M&A/Divestitures
IT
Rapid Results
Supply Chain
CFO Services
How You Will Contribute We bring a structured and disciplined approach to create and capture value, providing private equity buyers with a continuum of knowledge and tools for mergers, acquisitions, carve‑outs, joint ventures, and alliances. The team works across the full spectrum of the deal lifecycle from pre‑deal, operational and synergy reviews, through "Day‑1" planning, to post‑deal implementations.
Pre‑deal Real Estate diligence assignments (operational, financial and pre‑deal due diligence)
Merger/acquisition synergy identification, portfolio consolidation and post‑deal integration
Carve‑out/divestiture site separation governance, real‑estate costing and legal entity planning
Corporate Real Estate performance improvement through CRE organization transformation, value creation and portfolio optimization
Day‑1 and 100‑day planning and execution
Implement high‑quality deliverables and effectively manage day‑to‑day relationships to ensure exceptional performance
Qualifications
3‑5 years of professional consulting, finance or real estate industry experience
Experience working for a real‑estate owner‑operator, private equity sponsor, portfolio company or financial services company; transaction‑specific merger/acquisition integration or divestiture experience is a plus
Experience with multiple real‑estate asset classes (multi‑family, single‑family, office, industrial, retail, hospitality, data centers, public storage, etc.)
Familiarity with corporate real‑estate including portfolio strategy, site selection, economic incentives, lease administration (plus but not required)
Deep functional expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Business / transformation program / project management
Collaboration and leading change to improve key business functions, such as finance/accounting
Business assessment and strategy development
Business performance improvement and cost reduction
Property Management
Asset Management
Real Estate Finance, Accounting, Treasury and/or FP&A
Real Estate Acquisitions/Dispositions
Real Estate Valuation
Demonstrated track record working with business leaders and private equity deal staff
Ability to work with and develop junior staff
Proven writing skills with a desire to produce polished client‑facing documents
Excellent fact‑gathering and research skills, including lease and site data abstraction, market benchmarking, and portfolio analysis
Highly proficient in Excel with excellent analytical skills, including business process mapping, quantitative analysis, data interpretation, trend identification, and problem‑solving through evidence‑based insights
Excellent financial modelling skills, using complex financial models and client data to uncover actionable insights, and scenario‑based cash‑flow analysis
Proficiency leveraging AI for research
Project management skills with proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional initiatives, driving planning, execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery
Specific experience designing and supervising the execution of internally‑focused and externally‑focused change/communications strategy
Previous strategy and change management experience, advisory experience from a top‑tier strategy firm, leading specialist, niche advisory firm, or Big‑4 consultancy
Bachelor’s degree required
Flexibility to travel up to 75% of time
Your Journey at A&M We prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
Benefits include healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, accident & disablement, 401(k) retirement savings with discretionary contributions, paid time off (vacation, personal days, sick time, holidays, floating holiday, parental leave) and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer Alvarez & Marsal is an equal‑opportunity employer. We provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Sales and Management
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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