Analyst, Debt; Campus Analyst Class 2027

Bellwether is a global advisory firm that helps businesses solve their most complex challenges and enhance enterprise value. We specialize in formulating and executing dynamic growth strategies through true partnership with our clients. Merging deep industry expertise, advanced analytical capabilities and best-in-class talent, we create value across the business lifecycle, from transaction management to operational transformation. Bellwether specializes in the management, analysis, and reporting of over $35 billion of AUM across a wide range of real estate related assets and corporate platforms in North America, Europe and Asia.

Bellwether is privately held and has offices in Los Angeles, Newport Beach, London and Dallas.

We are seeking analysts to join our 2027 Debt Analyst Class. As a part of our Analyst Program, you will work in Bellwether’s debt platform and will be responsible for supporting the asset management team in preserving and creating value in the existing portfolio. Our three-week robust training program provides instruction in financial modeling, fund-level reporting, underwriting debt investments, utilization of CRE software (e.g., Argus, Yardi, etc.)

and more. You will also work alongside the investment team in the origination, underwriting and execution of real estate debt-related investment opportunities across various property types. Throughout the program, analysts play an integral role in supporting the team by maintaining complex financial analyses, evaluating monthly operating reports and interacting directly with sponsors through leasing calls. We are looking for dynamic team players with strong integrity and the ability to succeed in a highly entrepreneurial environment.

• Assist in the proactive monitoring and management of a portfolio of debt investments across various property types
• Review and analyze business plans, leasing activity and monthly property operating performance
• Perform market-level due diligence
• Maintain detailed and complex asset-level cash flow reforecasting models
• Organize investment level data on a monthly and quarterly reporting basis
• Once fully proficient, oversee and train incoming analysts
• Evaluate and analyze potential new debt investments and assist with due diligence, underwriting and execution of said investments
• Supporting AI initiatives and the development of programs to improve the efficiency and accuracy of workflow
• Perform additional ad-hoc analysis, as needed

• A bachelor's degree is required with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and Summer 2027
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Bellwether seeks to hire entrepreneurial individuals who are highly motivated with demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The successful candidate should have:

• Job Knowledge & Technical Ability: Strong analytical skills and detailed oriented. Ability to read and analyze investment and lease agreements. Eager to learn, with proven ability to initiate ideas and implement new processes. Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and work with limited direct guidance.
• Initiative & Dependability: Ability to perform responsibilities independently and proactively, solve problems, and improve processes and/or services. Self-directed, takes initiative and responsibility, ensures completion of tasks. Successfully manages competing and time-sensitive deadlines with strong organization and multi-tasking skills to deliver high-quality work product.
• Communication: Professional verbal and written communication skills; strong listening and interpersonal skills. Highly effective at preparing and presenting information.
• Professionalism & Teamwork: Acts with honesty and integrity and maintains confidentiality, adheres to company policies. Promotes a collaborative and productive work environment. Demonstrates team building, support and respect.

Travel to assets and client sites required on an as-needed basis, approximately once per month depending on deal list.

El Segundo:
Base Salary $100,000, plus discretionary bonus and sign-on bonus

Dallas:
Base Salary $85,000, plus discretionary bonus and sign-on bonus

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