Analyst

Cory Executive Recruiting • Full-time • Washington DC-Baltimore Area, US • 1d ago

Exciting Opportunity: Analyst - Acquisitions

Candidate Location Preference: Washington, DC – Maryland Metro Area (3 days per week in office).

CORY is hiring a driven and analytical Analyst to support an active real estate acquisitions platform in the DC–Maryland region. This role offers hands-on exposure across the full investment lifecycle and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on strategic growth initiatives.

About Our Client:

Our client is a growing real estate investment platform focused on acquiring and operating high-quality assets across targeted markets. The firm is known for its disciplined underwriting, collaborative culture, and commitment to value creation through both core acquisitions and innovative value-add strategies.

Your Responsibilities as a Leader:

Research new markets and submarkets aligned with the acquisition strategy; identify and evaluate potential acquisition targets while tracking market fundamentals such as rents, vacancies, cap rates, and absorption.
Build, maintain, and update acquisition pro formas and BOEs; refine underwriting assumptions as due diligence findings evolve and support sensitivity analyses and scenario modeling.
Coordinate all due diligence efforts for new acquisitions, including managing timelines, deliverables, and open items, and serving as the primary point of contact between internal teams and third-party consultants.
Compile and draft deal memos for internal and external investment committees, including preparation of supporting exhibits, summaries, and presentations.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity across all deal documentation and Investment Committee materials.
Support evaluation and financial modeling of strategic and value-add initiatives, including analysis of feasibility and projected returns.
Provide day-to-day analytical and operational support to the acquisitions team, including maintaining acquisition pipeline trackers and dashboards.

The Skills & Experience You Possess:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, or a related field
1–3 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, investment analysis, or related roles
Strong financial modeling and Excel skills with real estate underwriting experience
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Perks and Benefits You’ll Receive: