Investment Analyst

Overview

Greystar is looking for dedicated and hard‑working individuals who want to help us continue to be the best at what we do. Today, we are the largest rental housing operator and developer in the US and one of the largest global investment management companies, delivering industry‑leading services to investors, clients, and residents. We offer unrivaled professional development and career growth opportunities to our team members and look forward to welcoming you to Greystar, where our people are what make us the Global Leader in Rental Housing.

Job Responsibilities

The Analyst is responsible for supporting the Investment function of the business that is tasked with the execution of new acquisition and development activity. The role provides support and input to investment activities through research, underwriting, modelling and preparing analysis to support and determine the feasibility of new investment strategies and opportunities. The Analyst will also support the analysis and presentation of key performance information both internally and to external investment partners to drive well‑informed and value‑enhancing decisions on existing strategies.

• Assisting senior real estate professionals in sourcing, preparing and presenting new investment memos; financing or disposition recommendations; and updates on existing investments or portfolio status.
• Gather, compile, investigate and analyse market data to identify investment and development opportunities; and also, to develop and enhance current research sources.
• Financial analysis and underwriting of investment opportunities, including the creation of detailed multi‑tier pro‑forma waterfall models.
• Manage acquisition due diligence processes and closings with outside counterparties.
• Assist with asset management and value‑add execution of existing portfolio assets.
• Market investigation of potential acquisitions, competitive properties and local market fundamentals.
• Actively engage with owners, brokers, equity partners, lenders, attorneys, consultants and all other related internal departments, as appropriate.
• Proactively develop industry relationships and potential deal‑sourcing network.

Knowledge & Qualifications

• Educated to master degree level or equivalent (2:1 and above) from business school, engineering school with specialisation in finance.
• Experience working in the Real Estate and Finance Sector (internship, apprenticeship, permanent position).
• Fluency in English & French.
• IT literate and fully conversant with all Microsoft packages including PowerPoint (Advanced level) and Excel (Advanced level).
• Strong qualitative analytical skills; having the ability to research, analyse and present complex financial data.
• Highly numerate, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; including the ability to effectively write and present a strategic or investment thesis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships at all levels.
• Good organisation skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure and to deadlines.
• Naturally inquisitive and commercially minded, with a desire to understand the bigger picture and contribute to understanding and solving problems.
• A positive team player, with an adaptable and flexible approach along with ability to work collaboratively to drive results and support the wider team and business objectives.

Desirable

• Experience working in residential sector or on residential projects.
• Fluency in another European Language.

Important Notice

Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to

Success Profile

• Professional
• Risk‑Taker
• Detail‑oriented
• Collaborative
• Strategic
• Communicator

Benefits

Healthcare

Health insurance (including company‑paid opportunities) is offered, along with competitive dental (US Only) and vision insurance* plan options.

Retirement Planning

We know planning for retirement is a top priority for our team members. We offer competitive retirement savings plans including employer‑matched 401(k) plans (US Only) and country‑specific Pension Schemes to ensure the security of your financial future.

Paid Time Off

Full‑time team members receive generous paid time off – including your birthday! – as well as paid sick leave, personal days, and company holidays*.

Paid Parental Leave

Maternal and paternal paid leave is available for the birth or adoption of a child.

Professional Development

Ongoing support is available for career advancement opportunities in addition to corporate training programs.

Employee Assistance Program

Experienced counselors are available 24/7 for confidential assistance to listen and help you find solutions at no cost to you.

Note: Outlined benefits may vary by international region.