Position: Real Estate Analyst
Location: McLean, VA
*Please note – Position will move to the company’s office in Bethesda, MD by the end of the year.
Job Description:
The Real Estate Analyst is responsible for supporting the company to identify and develop new locations through quantitative and qualitative analysis of financial, demographic, economic and competitive information.
Responsibilities include:
- Develop site approval packages for proposed new locations, including financial modeling, an evaluation of site and market characteristics and insight into the competitive landscape.
- Assist in managing the pipeline of new store opportunities, including some participation in reviewing opportunities in the field.
- Support the evaluation and drafting of letters of intent for new store opportunities.
- Financial analysis and reporting on performance of new stores against forecast.
- Leading the company’s use of Buxton Scout for site selection, site analytics and new market planning.
- Develop the business case to support the company’s entry into new cities and markets.
- Lead due diligence and financial forecasting of potential acquisition opportunities.
Company Info:
Company was founded in 1998 with the goal of changing lives for the better, every single day. They currently own/operate 40+ fitness facilities in Texas, North Carolina and Nevada and they are growing.
Key Requirements:
- BA Degree
- 2+ years’ experience in a Real Estate Analyst role.
- Advanced understanding of the Microsoft Office suite of products, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Must demonstrate strong financial modeling skills using Excel.
- Must have a high level of professionalism, honesty, integrity and work ethic. Must possess the ability to work and research/resolve issues independently while sharing best practices and knowledge with colleagues.
- Ability to organize/manage multiple priorities and projects coupled with the flexibility to quickly adapt to ever changing business questions and needs. Willingness to work extended hours when there are pending deadlines.