Investment Analyst Job Listing at Prudential in San Francisco, CA

Insurance, Finance

Investment Analyst
Transactions, Prudential Real Estate Investors
San Francisco, CA May 2012
 
Investment Analyst Program Overview:
Prudential Real Estate Investors (PREI) is the real estate investment management business of Prudential Financial. PREI is comprised of fund management centers in the US located in Parsippany/Madison New Jersey, Atlanta, Chicago, New York and San Francisco.  Globally, PREI has offices in Munich, London, Singapore, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paolo, and Hong Kong. PREI's specialized operating units offer a broad range of investment opportunities and investment management services in the United States, Europe, Asia, Latin America and Australia. PREI's Principles of Business include, doing the right thing, building bridges, valuing our people and working to win; we also place high importance on sustainability.
 As of December 31, 2011, PREI managed over $49.1 billion in gross real estate assets ($31.1 billion net) on behalf of over 490 clients worldwide and ranks among the largest real estate investment managers. For more information, please visit http://www.prei.com.
 
Description: 
 
Duties & Responsibilities
         Analyze and underwrite investment decisions for leasing, financing, buy/sell scenarios including preparation of cash flow models, sensitivity tables, property valuations, and joint venture structuring
         Prepare Investment Committee memorandums and related support through risk analysis and in-depth understanding of investment factors.
         Analyze economic, legal, political and market conditions within assigned areas.
         Support the transaction due diligence and closing processes.
         Participate in the property budget and strategic plan process.
         Coordinate property appraisal process and review appraisals for accuracy.
         Provide quarterly portfolio level reports (insurance, rollover, tenant surveys).
Training Opportunities:
         The Analyst Program is designed to immerse you in PREI's business strategy, principles, and values.
         You are encouraged to participate in the CFA program to enhance your knowledge of the business.
         You also eligible to participate in the Regional Mentor Program, an opportunity to be coached by a more experienced professional with whom you can develop an insightful one-on-one relationship and ensure your continued professional progress to suit your long term career interests.

Requirements and Skills: 

2 years related experience within real estate investment industry

Understanding of basic real estate terms and concepts such as net leases, gross leases, contracts, rents, percentage rents, operating expenses, capital expenditures, recovery of expenses, property types.

Understanding of basic finance concepts such as NOI returns, cash flow returns, internal rate of return, present value/discounted cash flow.
Strong quantitative skills and demonstrated analytical ability.
Computer proficiency with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Srong interpersonal/communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.