Real Estate Investment Associate

RETS Associates, on behalf of our client, a highly regarded commercial real estate private equity firm with $2+ BN AUM, is looking to add a talented real estate Associate in Menlo Park, CA. The Associate will be responsible for supporting data center acquisitions and asset management financial analysis across the U.S., contributing to the company's expanding digital infrastructure platform.

Main responsibilities include:

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and modeling for real estate data center acquisitions and developments.
• Assist with market research, due diligence, and coordination of third-party reports.
• Monitor and report on the performance of existing data center assets, identifying opportunities for value enhancement.
• Collaborate with senior team members to execute investment strategies and support the growth of the company's digital infrastructure platform.

Candidates must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in real estate investment, private equity, or investment banking, with a preference for experience in data center investments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling; familiarity with Argus is a plus.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Compensation: $110K+ DOE plus bonus.