Land Acquisition Analyst; Entry level

Vaco has partnered with a growing affordable housing real estate developer to hire an Entry‑Level Land Acquisition Analyst
. This role will support the Development team by identifying, researching, and evaluating land opportunities suitable for affordable and workforce housing projects.

The Analyst will collaborate closely with internal development partners and external brokerage firms to help facilitate land acquisitions and dispositions. This position offers hands‑on exposure to multiple facets of real estate development, including site selection, market research, and preliminary due diligence, with strong opportunity for professional growth.

Location: Onsite | Carmel, IN

• Identify and source land opportunities aligned with affordable and workforce housing initiatives
• Conduct preliminary due diligence and site feasibility analysis
• Perform market and demographic research to support site selection, including housing demand, population trends, and employment and workforce growth
• Utilize MLS, GIS tools, parcel data, and public records to evaluate site characteristics and constraints
• Serve as a point of contact for land brokers and assist with coordination between internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare clear and concise site summaries and supporting materials for internal review
• Maintain organized records of site data, correspondence, and due diligence documentation

• Bachelor’s degree required; coursework or internship experience in real estate, finance, urban planning, economics, or a related field preferred
• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power Point
• Ability to communicate professionally with real estate professionals, utility providers, government agencies, and internal legal, finance, and engineering teams
• Highly detail‑oriented, organized, and eager to learn
• Motivated to grow within a real estate development environment

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.