Investment Associate

Scion Staffing$125K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or similar STEM program
  • 2-5 years of professional experience in real estate finance or a related field
  • Advanced financial modeling skills
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
  • Knowledge of commercial real estate fundamentals and investment principles

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review financial models for prospective investment opportunities
  • Gather and analyze economic and demographic data for business decisions
  • Support Asset and Investment Management teams with performance assessments
  • Conduct portfolio management analysis for stakeholders
  • Leverage data visualization techniques for reporting purposes
  • Maintain relationships with consultants and financial partners
  • Conduct transaction due diligence on various property reports

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Paid Time Off + Floating holidays
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k Matching
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Learning reimbursement opportunities
Full Job Description
Scion is paving a path in student living and we9re seeking a talented Associate to join us in executing our vision. This position is a senior role within the investments team working group who will focus on delivering financial modeling, research and presentations as well as communicating with all external constituents associated with pending transactions and portfolio management initiatives. In addition, this role will support related investment verticals that are critical to the performance and success of Scion9s operations.

The Associate fosters strong cross departmental working relationships and thrives in a fast-paced, agile, corporate environment. This role demands excellent communication skills, agility, well-honed analytical and problem-solving skills and takes no half measures. For real estate finance professionals with a few years of professional experience, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team and gain invaluable transaction and investment related experience.

Your Responsibilities
  • Prepare and review financial models to analyze prospective origination opportunities under various investment structures.
  • Gather and evaluate economic, demographic, and macro fundamental data to aid senior management in effective business decisions.
  • Provide corporate support to Asset Management and Investment Management team members to assess monthly performance and determine key trends.
  • Conduct general portfolio management analysis and provide work product on an established, recurring frequency to internal and external stake holders.
  • Leverage presentation software, data visualization techniques and communication skills to generate external and internal reports.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with 3rd party consultants, investment sales community, equity and debt partners
  • Conduct transaction due diligence by collecting, reviewing, and summarizing various property diligence reports, leases, property financial information, and other due diligence documents.
  • Establish workflow with asset management and property operations upon asset transition
  • Mentor a team of junior analysts with a focus on fostering financial modeling acumen, cross departmental working relationships, and transaction related procedures.

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive

What We Require

  • Bachelor9s Degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or similar STEM programs with 2-5 years of professional experience
  • Advanced financial modeling; High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills;
  • Knowledge of and experience with commercial real estate fundamentals and investment principles.
  • Travel may be required occasionally (10-15% in a year).


Operational Details

  • Job location is based at Scion9s Chicago corporate headquarters.
  • Working hours consist of daytime business hours, requiring additional non-traditional hours during peak times.


Your Benefits
  • FLSA Status Exempt
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Paid Time Off + Floating holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401k Matching
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Learning reimbursement opportunities

The base salary range for this full-time position is base + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Illinois Pay Range

$125,000-$150,000 USD

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