Experienced Analyst - Acquisitions, Development, and Asset Management, Chicago

Tishman Speyer creates vibrant destinations and dynamic environments that inspire innovation and connected communities. As a diversified developer, operator, and investment manager of top-tier real estate in 33 markets across the globe, our business choices are driven by the belief that real estate should unlock human potential.

Tishman Speyer’s diversified portfolio spans market rate and affordable residential communities, premier office properties and retail spaces, industrial facilities, and mixed-use campuses.

We create state-of-the-art life science centers through our Breakthrough Properties joint venture, and foster innovation through our strategic proptech investments.

By combining global perspective with local expertise, and a personalized approach, we are able to anticipate our customers’ evolving needs.

We were the first real estate company to introduce asset-wide amenity services through our ZO platform, and the first traditional real estate company to create its own flexible space and coworking brand, Studio.

Since our founding in 1978, Tishman Speyer has acquired, developed, and operated 522 properties, totaling 218 million square feet, with a combined value of over $129 billion (U.

S.). Tishman Speyer currently has approximately $68 billion in assets under management, including iconic properties such as Rockefeller Center in New York City, The Springs in Shanghai, TaunusTurm in Frankfurt, and Mission Rock in San Francisco.

Summary of the Position :

We are seeking an experienced analyst to join the Chicago team. The analyst will be responsible for evaluating potential acquisitions, supporting our existing development projects, and performing asset management functions across the current Chicago portfolio.

There may also be opportunities to work on acquisitions and assets in other markets covered by Chicago leadership. The role will involve working with multiple asset types including commercial, residential, and mixed-use, as well as with multiple teams across our core functions, including : portfolio management, asset management, development, capital markets, corporate strategy, innovation, design and construction, and leasing.

Key Responsibilities :

• Underwrite acquisition and development investment opportunities using Excel and Argus software to develop pro forma cash flows and sensitivity analyses
• Assist with due diligence process associated with acquisitions and developments including market research and feasibility analysis, cost analyses, entitlement processes, financial underwriting and financing
• Provide analytical support to assist with the asset management function of existing properties, including quarterly valuations, cash projections, hold / sell analyses, and other ad hoc sensitivity analyses
• Work with leasing team to analyze and negotiate new leasing deals
• Complete market research through third-party data providers and communication with local brokers to compile relevant lease comparable, sale comparable, competitive sets, development pipelines, and general market data
• Prepare presentation materials and proposals with responsibility for written and graphic requirements

Skills & Qualifications :

• 1-3 years of experience in an analytically rigorous Real Estate or Finance environment
• Evident passion for real estate and desire to build a career on the principal side
• Strong creative problem-solving skills
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Excel, ARGUS Enterprise, and financial modeling
• The ability to work effectively with both peers and senior executives in a highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented environment
• Unwavering attention to detail

Tishman Speyer is deeply committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce which promotes different views and perspectives.

We expect our leaders and employees alike to champion diversity and inclusion practices. Tishman Speyer has several employee affinity and interest groups that provide employees opportunities to develop professional relationships across the business and identify opportunities for development and advancement.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and treat all applicants for employment equally based upon job-related qualifications and without regards to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.