The Fifth Third Securities Real Estate Investment Banking Group is seeking a Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst to join their team in New York City.
As an Analyst, you will work closely with senior bankers and clients on complex, high-impact transactions across the real estate sector. You will receive meaningful responsibility, hands-on experience, and ongoing mentorship. Candidates should have at least one year of investment banking, investment sales, capital markets or real estate private equity experience, with a strong preference for candidates who possess a background or demonstrated interest in real estate. Analysts are encouraged to be intellectually curious, execution-oriented, and collaborative.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: - Conduct financial analysis and modeling to support real estate transactions.
- Prepare client-facing materials including presentation materials, market intelligence, and investment memorandums.
- Assist in the execution of monetizations, capital advisory and other real estate and infrastructure transactions.
- Develop a strong working knowledge of various legal documents related to real estate transactions.
- Perform due diligence and industry research to support transaction processes.
- Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities with oversight from associates and senior bankers.
- Communicate project status, timelines, and deliverables effectively.
- Perform other duties as assigned, adapting to an evolving business, client requests and team priorities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in investment banking, M&A, real estate, or capital markets. Demonstrated interest in real estate strongly preferred.
- Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Argus strongly preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines in fast-paced environment.
- Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 79, and Series 63 licenses (or ability to maintain/obtain within company policy).
REQUIRED SKILLS: Qualified candidates will bring emerging professional proficiency, generally acquired through relevant work or internship experience in finance, real estate, accounting, or a related field.
- Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Proficiency in financial modeling and presentation development.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and client-facing deliverables.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within deal teams.
- Familiarity with financial databases and platforms.
Please refer to the "Skills for Success" section to learn how to stand out as an applicant.
SKILLS FOR SUCCESS: Successful candidates will demonstrate a higher degree of proficiency (typically from practical experience or advanced academic exposure) across the following areas:
- Financial Modeling: Ability to build and interpret complex models for valuation, credit analysis, and transaction structuring.
- Due Diligence: Experience conducting thorough financial, legal, and operational reviews to assess transaction risk and viability.
- Market Research: Skilled in sourcing and synthesizing market data, economic indicators, and comparable transactions.
- Client Communication: Capable of preparing and delivering high-quality materials tailored to client needs and business objectives.
- Technology Proficiency: Comfortable navigating third-party platforms and internal systems to support deal execution and reporting.
- Team Development: Willingness to support team members through knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving.
DOING THE RIGHT THING: Our employees take pride in doing the right thing for customers and colleagues as well as being accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and following policies and procedures that protect all our valuable assets -including you.
Real Estate Investment Banking Analyst
Total Base Pay Range 54,400.00 - 111,500.00 USD Annual
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION -- New York, New York 10169
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