Sr Investment Analyst

At Equity Residential, we're dedicated to creating thriving communities, and we invite you to be part of our team. Embracing values like Diversity, Sustainability, and Total Wellbeing, we foster a workplace culture of authenticity and collaboration.

How We Deliver a Winning Performance:  

• Question Authority 
• Walk the Talk
• Share Knowledge
• Listen, not just Hear
• See the Glass Half Full
• Take Educated Risks
• Enjoy the Ride
• Share the Spotlight
• Do the Right Thing
• Test Your Limits 

We Care About Your Total Wellbeing:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision care 
• Social Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, Competitive Compensation
• Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours
• Career Wellbeing: Leadership Development
• Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

What You’ll Be Doing:

This position is responsible for assisting with the underwriting and due diligence process for all acquisitions, dispositions, and rehab of multi-family real estate. The Sr. Investment Analyst is also charged with maximizing the value of assigned residential properties to maximize the return on investment of the real estate assets.

• Responsible for financial and due diligence analysis for potential transactions and current assets. 
• Monitors monthly Property Operating Statements as well as Variance Analysis which explains actual monthly and year to date results as compared to the annual budget. 
• Assists with the coordinates all aspects of due diligence, tracks any changes in financial projections and provides assistance to Investment Officers throughout the process. 
• Closely monitors capital spending programs including TI’s and redevelopment to ensure that the program is within the budget guidelines. 
• Develops system to analyze ownership structures, financing or commercial leases that may be unique to specific transactions. 
• Update and distribute weekly pending investments status report. 
• On a quarterly and or/semi-annual basis, conduct reviews of the performance of specific assets, the revised cash flow reforecast, and the redevelopment costs vs. budget figures. 
• Conducts market research to assist in the assessment of sub markets and property performance; tracks critical indicators such as MF permits/completions and SF activity. 
• Asks critical questions, creates alternatives, reacts to changes in the marketplace and proposes refinancing and disposition actions from the owner’s point of view. 
• Interacts on a daily basis with Investment Officers, Area Vice President of Property Management, real estate brokers, appraisers, environmental consultants, real estate tax consultants, and internal EQR customers. 
• Assists with special projects requested by Investment Officers.
• Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times.  Consistently maintains a professional courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public.

What You’ll Need to Thrive:

• Bachelors Degree in Real Estate, Finance required. 
• 3-5 years experience; good understanding of financial concepts, such as IRR and NPV. 
• Familiarity with real estate lease documents and purchase agreements required. 
• Must possess strong analytical skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including engineering and business stakeholders to define problem statements and develop data-driven solutions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:  Office environment. 

Salary:  

$99,121 - $136,291 / year; in addition to base salary, a discretionary annual bonus is provided.  

The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications.