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 or in Newport Beach, 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 *****

• 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 *****

• 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.

***** $110K+ DOE plus bonus.