Sr. Associate​/VP, Real Estate Acquisitions

Job Title: Associate Vice President, Acquisitions (Retail Assets)

Location: On-site in Dallas, Texas, United States (flexibility for hybrid after onboarding period)

Salary: $120,000-$160,000 DOE + 20-25% Annual Bonus

Skills: 4+ years’ experience in real estate acquisitions, with proven success in retail asset transactions

Our client is a full-service leader in the Real Estate industry, specializing in commercial real estate with a significant national portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished professional to join a dynamic team and drive the strategic expansion and diversification of a high-value retail property portfolio. You will take ownership of the entire acquisition lifecycle, playing a pivotal role in shaping investment strategy and maximizing long-term value within a collaborative and high-performance environment.

• Evaluate and underwrite retail asset acquisitions in line with strategic investment objectives.
• Develop and leverage relationships with brokers, owners, and industry stakeholders to identify both marketed and off‑market opportunities.
• Lead due diligence activities, including financial analysis, risk assessment, and preparation of investment committee materials.
• Oversee negotiations of Letters of Intent (LOIs) and Purchase & Sale Agreements (PSAs) to ensure favorable deal terms.
• Coordinate with legal, finance, asset management, and third‑party consultants through the transaction process to closing.
• Monitor market trends and dynamics to inform acquisition strategies and recommend portfolio adjustments.
• Contribute to the development and execution of overall investment and corporate strategy, including support for board presentations and company financial disclosures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in real estate acquisitions, with proven success in retail asset transactions.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills, with expertise in ARGUS, Excel, and market research platforms.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities with a track record of executing complex deals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment while meeting deadlines.
• Deep understanding of real estate market dynamics and financial due diligence practices.

• MBA or advanced degree in business, real estate, or a related field.
• Experience assessing and underwriting a variety of retail property types or national portfolios.
• Expertise in strategic stakeholder management, including with external vendors and cross‑functional teams.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to operate independently while delivering results.
• Experience supporting board‑level strategy, financial disclosures, or investor relations processes.