About the Role
The Analyst is responsible for supporting all aspects of the portfolio management functions of the business including allocation decisions, hold-sell decisions, financings, equity raising, and relationship management. This central and diverse role provides support for, and input to, investment and portfolio management activities, through research, modelling and preparing analysis. 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 new and existing strategies.
Responsibilities
- Prepare financial models to support ongoing portfolio management decisions including new acquisition activity, hold-sell analysis and financing decisions
- Assess the performance of the portfolio(s) against budget and underwriting, highlighting any points of exception or opportunity
- Work with colleagues to monitor performance of specific initiatives and deliver key performance metrics to the business covering leasing performance, income, expense and returns
- Oversee the preparation of materials and deliverables for presentation to internal committees, current and prospective investors, and other stakeholders
- Assist in new venture formation, including preparation of life-of-fund models and strategy papers, as well as supporting the entities’ creation, structuring and legal documentation
- Support the annual rent and budget-setting process
- Work with stakeholders across the business to improve our reporting systems and data capture to drive visibility and efficiency
- Support the mobilisation of new assets and portfolios into the business
- Monitor and report on key market, industry and competitor data
- Complete financial, accounting, narrative, and administrative reports, as well as analyses key to the successful execution of the business plans
- Follows established policies and procedures by monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational standards, and operational processes related to area(s) of responsibility and reporting breaches of process/ policy or concerns to appropriate individual(s)
- Demonstrates appropriate safe behaviours in accordance with Company, property and departmental policies, procedures and standards by immediately reporting any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/ visitor/ resident injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to appropriate individual(s)
- Identifies areas for improvement and offers suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity
- Keeps abreast of current changes in technology, processes and standards within the industry and area(s) of responsibility by attending internal and external training classes
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in an analytical role within investment banking, private equity, or other related finance, within a related geographical region
- Strong quantitative background with experience in financial modelling, valuations and financial analysis
- 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 reports and information
- 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
- An interest in Real Estate
Skills
- Advanced level PowerPoint
- Advanced level Excel
- AI tools (a plus)
Location
- North America
- Europe
- South America
- Asia-Pacific region
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Analyst
Education Level
- Degree level or equivalent (2:1 and above) in a related business or analytical subject; such as finance, business management, real estate, accounting, economics, mathematics, statistics; science or engineering
About the Company
- 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 $350 billion of real estate in over 260 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 more than one million units/beds globally.
- Across its platforms, Greystar has over $79 billion of assets under management, including approximately $34 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.
- Greystar is a vertically integrated real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, and development & construction globally.
- 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.
- As a Greystar team member, you will hear a lot about our Core Values. They are the values we live and work by, reflecting who we are and the quality of our relationships.
- We believe in always going that extra step for our residents, clients, investors, and each other.
- Integrity: We stay true to the highest ethical standards and principles, and are honest, trustworthy, humble, and respectful in all of our words and actions.
- Equality: We celebrate individual differences, encourage diversity of thought, provide equality of opportunity, and cultivate an environment where all individuals are seen, treated, and valued equally.
- Professionalism: We proudly present a positive, dignified, and businesslike image at all times through our appearances, behavior, and interactions with others.
- Accountability: We take responsibility and accept ownership for our words, actions, tasks, and results, and respectfully hold others to the same standard.
- Service: We make service our top priority by giving our time, knowledge, and experience to serve the needs of our customers, community, and team members.
- Teamwork: We work together to accomplish goals, solve problems, and enrich our work environment.
Equal Opportunity
- Equality: We celebrate individual differences, encourage diversity of thought, provide equality of opportunity, and cultivate an environment where all individuals are seen, treated, and valued equally.
