Associate - Asset Management (Los Angeles)

Associate - Asset Management (Los Angeles) at April Housing summary :

The Associate in Asset Management at LivCor is responsible for maximizing the value of a regional portfolio of multi-family housing assets through strategic operational, financial, and capital management. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams, conducting market analysis, overseeing renovations and repositioning initiatives, and supporting acquisition due diligence. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, real estate financial knowledge, and a focus on driving portfolio performance and growth in the Los Angeles region.

LivCor , a Blackstone portfolio company, is a real estate asset management business specializing in multi-family housing. Formed in 2013 and headquartered in Chicago, LivCor is currently responsible for a portfolio of over 400 Class A and B properties comprising more than 150,000 units in markets across the United States.

Our business is focused on making real estate more valuable. But for us, it’s more than that. It’s people first, community always. It’s a life-filled career, not just a career-filled life. It’s doing good work, with good humans, and making a difference. It’s excellence in all its forms. Ultimately, we create great places to work, live, and grow. We do that by focusing on leaving people – and places – better than we found them.

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• Kind
• Humble
• Honest
• Relentless
• Smart with Heart

You should be :

The Associate will be based in Los Angeles and responsible for maximizing the value of a portfolio of assets in California. This individual will develop and execute an asset management strategy for their Regional portfolio encompassing property operations, capital expenditures, and renovation / redevelopment programs. The Associate will also collaborate as necessary with Blackstone representatives on regional investment activities, including due diligence efforts, investment market assessments and property underwriting assumptions. He / she will be a member of the asset management team and will have a significant responsibility for, and impact on, the portfolio's financial performance.

What you will do :

Be responsible for the performance of a portfolio of assets.

Collaborate with marketing, revenue management, accounting, financial planning & analysis, capex, research, and portfolio strategy teams to develop & execute value maximizing strategies.

Develop asset management operational experience and market expertise.

Leverage monthly and quarterly financial statements, business intelligence software, and several analytical tools to identify underperformance and opportunities relative to benchmarks.

Develop strong relationships with operating partners to align leasing and strategic goals.

Conduct frequent physical inspections / site visits to develop a thorough understanding of each property and market conditions, assess operational and management performance, oversee value-add initiatives, and align all relevant teams.

Assess capital needs and work with capital investment team to develop a long-term plan that aligns with broader strategy.

Identify and oversee repositioning / unit upgrade opportunities. Monitor market trends for opportunities to add value through renovation or repositioning. Oversee ROI implementation to ensure return objectives are met.

Develop annual operating and capital budgets to align investment strategies and objectives.

Support Blackstone on acquisition underwriting, providing market and leasing assumptions and participating in other due diligence activities, as necessary.

Help evaluate potential new products and services to increase ancillary income, reduce operating expenses, or create operational efficiencies.

Active participation in local industry organizations is encouraged.

Maintain an extensive network of industry relationships to say current on regional and local market trends.

20-25% travel required.

What you should have :

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or other relevant area.

3 - 5 years of acquisition or asset management experience for a regional portfolio of 750 – 1,500+ units.

Familiarity with the general principles of real estate finance, including operations and analysis, budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, general accounting, and NPV / IRR analysis.

Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills to build strong working relationships with all levels of management and across functional teams.

Ability to understand and interpret quantitative data, trends, and market reports.

Understanding of multifamily operations, value-add opportunities, market knowledge, and competitor positioning.

Experience with transactional (acquisitions / dispositions) due diligence process.

Solutions-oriented, motivated, team-player that thrives in a fast paced, dynamic environment with multiple and evolving priorities and deadlines.

Strong real estate intellectual curiosity – the position offers tremendous opportunity for growth!

What we offer :

We believe that when we take care of our people, everything else follows. We’re committed to clear expectations, honest feedback, and helping you grow. That’s why we foster a culture that’s collaborative, inclusive, and refreshingly ego-free. We are good neighbors that lead with empathy, embrace curiosity, and put trust at the heart of everything we do. Together, we strive for excellence.

We deeply value diversity in all its forms. We want people who sound, think, love, and live differently from one another. This isn’t a footnote—it’s foundational.

Now, on to the practical stuff :

Generous 401(k) match to help you plan for the future

Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support to grow your family your way

Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision

Hybrid work model with offices in Chicago, NYC, and Atlanta

A few of the people you will work with :

Michael Henry (Senior Director, Asset Management)

Katie Ullman (VP Asset Management)

Kinsey Sale (SVP Asset Management)

The LivCorian Values

Be you. Be Real. Be Open. You do you. Together, we will do something amazing.

Care, Always. We don’t want to let anyone down.

Courageously Curious. We love to learn, even when it hurts.

Help Others Win, Be A Good Neighbor. This is about ‘We, not Me.’

Relentless Hustle, Heart & Humility. Work hard. Be Kind. Make Better.

LivCor is proud to be a US EPA ENERGY STAR® Partner

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable city, county, or local ordinances. Good cause exists for a criminal background check because one of the material duties of this position requires access to sensitive financial information and confidential and proprietary information and accordingly requires the candidate to possess a high level of integrity and discretion. The Company faces a significant risk to its business operations or business reputation if a criminal history check is not performed. A criminal history that has a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with these material duties may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

Base Compensation Range :

$120,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of the Company’s base compensation range for this position. Actual base compensation range may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.

Total Direct Compensation : This job is also eligible for discretionary bonus and incentive compensation on an annual basis.

Benefits : The Company provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

The additional total direct compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

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EEO Statement

LivCor is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to : veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email

Keywords :

asset management, real estate, multi-family housing, portfolio management, property operations, capital expenditures, investment analysis, market assessment, financial reporting, value-add initiatives