Commercial Real Estate Analyst

Draper and Kramer is a family-owned company with over 130 years of experience providing vertically integrated property and financial services throughout the United States. Our services include multi-family residential and commercial property management, acquisition, development, debt and equity commercial financing. We offer opportunities for career advancement, a supportive work environment, and competitive benefit packages.

About the role

This position is located in Chicago, Illinois and requires working onsite five days per week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and audit marketing materials for debt and equity requests, including written presentations, financial analysis, and aesthetic elements such as photos, maps, and aerials.
• Review, summarize, and analyze market data, financial cash flow information, and legal documents (e.g., leases, contracts, license agreements, loan agreements).
• Build, audit, and adjust cash flow models using Excel and ARGUS.
• Manage deal flow and workload to meet stringent and sometimes short deadlines.
• Complete other ancillary and administrative tasks necessary for department operation as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Banking, Accounting, Real Estate, Economics, Political Science, or Mathematics.
• Recent graduate or 1-2 years of experience.
• Minimum 3.6/4.0 overall GPA for recent graduates (transcript required).
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook; ARGUS software experience preferred.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare high-quality presentations.
• Attention to detail and audit skills, with a strong proclivity for abstract thought.

Pay

Annual Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00. Portfolio volume and performance-based bonus.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a company match.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Health Savings Accounts.
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, LTD, and STD.
• Flexible Paid Time Off.
• Company-paid Family Leave Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Commuter Benefits (Chicago only).