Development Analyst

Overview

The Development Analyst will work closely with the development team to perform market research, feasibility analysis, underwrite and evaluate new opportunities across multiple commercial real estate asset classes. This role provides broad exposure to diverse investment strategies and markets, while offering regular interaction with senior leadership. It is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to develop a deep understanding of real estate development and build a strong foundation in cross-asset analysis and transaction execution.

Partners Development is the full-service commercial real estate development business of Partners Real Estate. We are dedicated to delivering first-class projects for both investors and user/owners through Investment Developments and Build-to-Suit Developments. Our platform originates and executes projects of all sizes and levels of complexity, providing full-cycle, end-to-end expertise in site selection, land acquisition, entitlements, planning and design, financing, governmental relations, and construction management.

Our team also specializes in prototype design development and multi-market rollouts to support business expansion goals.

• The development analyst’s responsibilities will include market research, feasibility analysis, financial underwriting, preparing investment materials, preparing reports for current and prospective investors, financial analysis of existing properties, and assisting in all aspects of the development team’s functions
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including pro forma models and sensitivity analyses
• Research market data, comparables, operating expenses, and construction costs to support feasibility studies
• Gather, compile, and analyze demographic, economic, and competitive market data
• Support entitlement and permitting reviews under direction of Development Team
• Assist with transaction due diligence, including coordination with consultants, title companies, and legal advisors
• Prepare offering memoranda for investors and lenders
• Assist in the preparation of Development Committee materials

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Prior experience (including internships) in real estate, finance, consulting, or related fields preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities

• Hands-on experience in market research, feasibility analysis, underwriting, and transaction execution.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership, contributing to strategy and high-level decision-making.
• Opportunities to build expertise across the full development lifecycle—from site selection and entitlements to design, financing, and delivery.
• Refine your financial modeling, analytical, and presentation skills through real, high-impact projects.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment where your contributions make a visible difference.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Partners is proud to be committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We do not accept any terms or conditions, nor do we recognize any agency's representation of a candidate, from unsolicited third-party or agency submissions. If we receive unsolicited or speculative CVs, we reserve the right to contact and hire the candidate directly without any obligation to pay a recruitment/placement fee.