Investment Analyst

Article Student Living is recruiting an Investment Analyst to provide underwriting and systematic support for new investments and developments in addition to Article's existing student housing portfolio. This opportunity is a great chance to learn and gain exposure to the entire life cycle of a student housing deal.

Article Student Living provides the best experience for student residents living in our communities. We do this by putting people first—both our residents and our employees. We believe in investing in our people through superb training and support, generous employee benefits and perks, and opportunities for career advancement by growing throughout our portfolio.

Article Student Living fosters an inclusive company culture that values collaboration and community. You will need to be in the office 4 to 5 days per week to support our team-oriented environment.

Our office is in the Fulton Market area of Chicago, IL.

You will report to the Head of Strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Perform underwriting analyses on new acquisition and development opportunities, including detailed cash flow modeling, return and waterfall projections under different equity and debt structures, and comps analysis

• Prepare detailed presentations and investment packages for internal investment committees, board meetings, and equity partners

• Assist acquisitions and development team in managing the deal underwriting and transaction process

• Support asset managers in formulating annual business plans and asset strategies, creating hold and sell analyses, monitoring performance versus budget, and producing investor, financial, and lender reporting

• Create pitchbooks and marketing materials for fundraising

• Conduct and maintain in-depth market research of Article's target universities, including analysis of datasets, market tours, and secret shopping

• Work across the organization to agree on pro-formas and budgets and ensure approved project and deal feasibility

Your Track Record:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, real estate, economics, engineering, or another related field

• 1-2 years of real estate investment, development, brokerage, investment banking, or related experience

• Proficiency in Excel (can perform complex functions) and PowerPoint and technical expertise with complex modeling

Your Style:

• You are composed while working with individuals across all levels.

• Analytical and creative, coming up with smart solutions to new challenges

• You are motivated to reach your goals because you take pride in your work.

• You connect well with others and share best practices. 

• You are a team player, united with teammates, are willing to step in and help when needed

Full-time associate benefits: