ABOUT GREYSTAR
Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 265 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Asset Management team sits within Investments, working alongside Portfolio Management and the Transactions team. The key function of the Asset Management team is to execute the asset level investment strategies, delivering performance targets in line with the Business Plan.
As an Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day management of investment assets across the Ireland Student and Multifamily Accommodation sectors, working closely with cross-functional teams. The role supports the delivery of business plans and operational strategies that drive the investment and performance objectives of the portfolio.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Role Responsibilities
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Work with supporting teams to monitor performance of specific initiatives and deliver key performance metrics to achieve the business plan. This will cover analysis of leasing performance, income, expense and impact to asset returns.
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Support the execution of investment strategies including NOI maximization and value-add initiatives on student investments.
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Build and maintain financial models to project detailed cash flows, and forecast investment returns for asset management decision-making.
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Assist in the compilation of annual operational and capital budgets and business plans for senior management and capital partners review.
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Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting materials for capital partners, as well as regular and ad-hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders.
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Support monitoring of debt covenants and debt compliance.
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Assist in the preparation of proposals and portfolio performance materials for internal investment committees.
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Monitor and report on key market, industry and competitor data
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Work with stakeholders across the business to improve our reporting systems and data capture to drive visibility and efficiency.
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Complete various financial, accounting, narrative, administrative and other reports and analysis and duties as assigned or necessary for the successful execution of the business plans.
Knowledge & Qualifications
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Degree qualification (or equivalent; 2:1 above) ideally in a related business or analytical subject such as finance, mathematics, economics, science, engineering or real estate.
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SCSI/ACA/ CFA/ MBA/ Relevant MSc qualifications are desirable but not essential.
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IT literate and fully conversant with all Microsoft packages including PowerPoint (Advanced level) and Excel (Advanced level) and Power BI.
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Demonstrable experience in related investment field is preferable.
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Understanding of student and BTR accommodation investments/sectors.
Experience & Skills
Essential
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A demonstrable passion for real estate and keen interest in business strategy.
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Evidence of prior experience in an analytical role within asset management, investment banking, private equity, or other related sectors.
Analytical/Modelling/Reporting Skills
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Highly numerate, with strong attention to detail.
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Strong qualitative analytical skills; having the ability to research, analyse and present complex financial data.
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Competent in financial modelling, valuations and financial analysis.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills; including the ability to prepare and explain financial data to business leaders and managers, team members, clients, and other business contacts.
Interpersonal Attributes
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Naturally inquisitive and commercially minded, with a desire to understand the bigger picture and contribute in solving challenges.
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A positive team player, with an adaptable and flexible approach to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, characterised by change and rapid growth, along with ability to work collaboratively to drive results and support the wider team and business objectives.
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Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships at all levels and to act with impact and influence.
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Self-motivated and proactive, both with respect to managing workload and having the resourcefulness to figure out ‘difficult to find’ solutions.
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Good organization skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
Desirable
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Experience in the residential real estate industry would be advantageous, but not essential.
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RTB knowledge and case experience.
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 [email protected].
