Senior Analyst - Acquisitions & Development

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

The Senior Analyst will be an integral part of the Hines Sunbelt project teams. Hines’ project teams are responsible for sourcing and managing all new development and acquisition opportunities in their respective markets. The senior analysist will be responsible for providing financial analysis, underwriting new investment opportunities, site analysis, research, analytical support and reporting across all asset classes. The Senior Analyst will also support the project team during design, construction, leasing, and management. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform financial analysis, modeling and underwriting for acquisition and development opportunities using a combination of Excel and Argus software , including developing proforma cash flows, applying valuations methods and supporting schedules, as well as sensitivity analyses.

• Assist with the site and market due diligence process associated with acquisitions and development.

• Support the Project team in the pursuit and execution of new development projects by assisting with feasibility analysis, entitlement processes, financing, design, contracting, and construction management. Provide analytical support to assist with the asset management function of existing properties including market research, leasing, property sales, and administration of investor requirements. Duties may include reviewing sale contracts, leases & property financial statements or determining feasibility of proposed capital projects.

• Complete market research– utilizing internal and external data providers and communication with local brokers to compile, maintain and update relevant lease comparables, sale comparables, competitive sets, development pipelines, and general market data.

• Compile Investment Committee Memoranda for potential transactions. Content may include maps, investment merit narrative, outlining potential risks/weaknesses, market color, and underwriting support.

• Prepare presentation materials and proposals with responsibility for written and graphic requirements.

• Participate in Project team meetings and update relevant deal information each week (status updates, underwriting and supporting documents).

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements Include:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

• Demonstrated interest/knowledge of commercial real estate development

• Two or more years of financial modeling/analytical experience

• Multifamily development experience preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software with advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills

• Previous experience with Argus AE preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Self-Starter, with aspirations to work in an entrepreneurial capacity

• Team-oriented

• Analyze real estate and industry trends from a strategic point of view; Analyze and interpret various types of data in order to draw conclusions and solve problems

• Perform numerical and financial calculations and analysis

• Exchange ideas, information, and opinions with others to formulate policies and programs and/or arrive jointly at decisions, conclusions, or solutions

• Possess excellent interpersonal skills

• Think creatively and contribute to project success.

• Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks within a tight time schedule to meet deadlines

• Demonstrate strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal oversight

• Interact with employees, visitors, and business partners with poise and diplomacy

• Establish and maintain a cooperative working atmosphere among staff

• Ability to leverage technology and internet to perform all job functions at the highest level

• Work indoors approximately 95% of the time and outdoors 5% of the time

• Desire to develop a mastery of commercial real estate development, and at times work long hours

Closing

At Hines, we believe the built world is ultimately about people. As one of the world’s largest privately held real assets firms, we bring nearly seven decades of investment, development, and management experience to work that shapes cities and communities around the world.

Our people make that possible. Across 29 countries, more than 4,600 colleagues bring different perspectives and expertise to Hines, with opportunities to take on meaningful responsibility, learn from leaders across the business, and build a career with room to evolve. We support that journey through professional development, competitive rewards, comprehensive benefits, and a culture grounded in trust and high standards.

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024.

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

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