Acquisitions Associate

About the Company

A vertically integrated real estate investment company with a deep understanding and decades of experience in how to best invest throughout the economic cycle in multifamily properties. Focused on the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, we have $2.6 billion in multifamily assets under management (AUM). Our strategy is centered on long-term, tax-efficient compounding of after-tax returns. We leverage our extensive experience as owner-operators to invest our capital and our clients' capital throughout the economic cycle.

About the Role

The Investment Associate will play a key role in supporting the firm's multifamily acquisition efforts, working closely with senior leadership to source, underwrite, evaluate, and execute investments. This role is highly analytical and transaction-oriented, requiring a self-starter who can manage multiple deals simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. The Investment Associate will collaborate with asset management, operations, and finance teams to ensure a seamless transition from acquisition through ownership and execution of the business plan.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and evaluating new multifamily acquisition opportunities across target markets
• Perform detailed financial underwriting, including cash flow projections, sensitivity analyses, and valuation modeling
• Analyze market fundamentals, demographics, and submarket trends to support investment theses
• Prepare investment memoranda and present acquisition opportunities to senior leadership and investment committees
• Support due diligence efforts, including:
  • Review of financial statements, rent rolls, and operating reports
  • Coordination with third-party consultants, lenders, and legal counsel
• Assist in negotiating purchase agreements, debt financing terms, and equity structures
• Provide analytical support on dispositions and recapitalizations as needed
• Collaborate with asset management and operations teams to support post-acquisition execution and transition
• Maintain deal pipeline tracking and reporting to senior leadership

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, investments, or transaction-focused roles
• Direct experience with multifamily properties strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree required (finance, real estate, economics, or related field preferred)
• Strong financial modeling and investment analysis skills
• Experience supporting or managing real estate transaction processes
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while independently managing deadlines and priorities