About Waterton

Waterton has grown from very humble beginnings with one phone and two desks to the successful, nationally recognized real estate investment and management firm it is today. As Waterton has evolved and grown, one thing has remained constant - the drive to achieve results by exceeding expectations. For 25 years Waterton remains passionate about delivering an incredible Resident Experience, which we believe is made possible by offering an extraordinary experience for our talented associates. We value performance that delivers experiences that exceed expectations, coupled with an unwavering commitment to Investor, Guest, and Resident service excellence. Overall we are a collection of people who strive daily to “find the good and leave it better”.

Job Summary

As an integral and highly visible member of the Investment team, the Senior Acquisitions Analyst will assist the Acquisitions Department in the financial analysis, evaluation and presentation of investment opportunities consistent with client-specific and general firm investment criteria.

Your Impact and Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the modeling of investment opportunities & make recommendations consistent with Waterton's strategic goals as well as client-specific and general firm investment criteria.
• Conducts due diligence, prepares underwriting model and assesses asset’s performance. Visits each property and “shops” all rental and sales comparables.
• Lead the cash flow and valuation analysis for potential acquisitions/management opportunities, dispositions.
• Develop and form investment opinions and prepare Investment Committee presentations.
• Assists in preparation of the preliminary loan packages.
• Starts getting out to the various target markets. Work with AVP/VP/SVP/EVP of Acquisitions to learn market fundamentals and start networking with local brokerage community.
• Assist with the Investor RFP process as requested.
• Assist with various Fund modeling as requested.
• Prepare investment presentations as required.
• Monitor progress of transactions and assist with closings.
• Support the Investment & Operations teams in managing the due diligence process, including but not limited to coordination of internal and 3rd party due diligence team and information.
• Establish and maintain good relations with partners, research providers, brokers and co-workers.
• Develop the pro forma for each target acquisition, development and/or management opportunity.
• Assist with compiling financial analyses, diligence, operations & construction to complete underwriting of potential acquisition objectives.
• Assist in proactively address underwriting issues including real estate taxes, insurance, the venture structure and various value-add options.
• Compile operational performance assumptions.
• Complete special projects and assignments as requested.

What You’ll Bring- Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience highly preferred, ideally in business, finance, mathematics, real estate, or related field
• Ideally 2-4 years progressive real estate investment or consulting experience in development, acquisitions or similar roles
• Advanced skill-set with Microsoft Office to include Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Financial Modeling Experience required
• Professional communication skills, both verbal and written

• A highly technical/analytical focus with the ability to make quick decisions on fact-based analysis

• Ability to absorb a high volume of information from different team members and distill it down to the most important takeaways and action items

• Strong analytical and investigative skills, strong attention to detail

• Travel is required and may be up to 25%

At Waterton, we recognize that compensation and benefits are important to our associates. We offer a wide variety of benefits including:

• Competitive compensation and incentive program participation
• Full suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, and even pet insurance
• 401k + match
• Generous paid time off, volunteer time off, and paid holidays
• A commitment to life-long learning through learning plans that include internal and external trainings, as well as consideration for tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts and wellness initiatives, like an onsite gym.
• Hybrid work environment (based on business or position needs)

Waterton welcomes all.

Waterton is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.