Origin Investments (Origin), a dynamic disruptor in the real estate private equity industry, is seeking candidates to join the Acquisitions team in Chicago, IL.

With an ever-expanding number of fund products, Origin is currently raising and deploying capital for our IncomePlus, QOZII, Multifamily Credit Funds and Development Funds that have a myriad of risk-profiles including Core, Core+, Value-Add, Development and Preferred Equity/Mezz that currently manages $1.9b in assets and has over $5.4b in transaction experience. Further, our unique investment process is rooted in a combination of data science that is augmented by substantial local knowledge and relationships fostered by our regional offices located in Charlotte, Denver, Dallas and Nashville.

As an Acquisitions Analyst, the candidate will support the initiatives of both the new and existing funds through significant exposure to the entire life cycle of an investment including underwriting, structuring, due diligence, financing, closing and transition to Investment/Asset Management. This is a unique opportunity to grow with an entrepreneurial organization that has a mission “To transform the way individuals invest in real estate.” 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Underwrite prospective acquisitions using Excel and ARGUS Enterprise
  • Create and utilize financial models for investment valuation including joint venture structures for value-add and development investments
  • Prepare presentations and written investment committee memos
  • Research and analyze micro and macro market data
  • Collaborate with investment management team to continually finetune underwriting assumptions and processes
  • Participate and contribute to property inspections and market tours
  • Communicate details of past and active acquisitions to investor relations team
  • Perform due diligence to prepare acquisitions for closing
  • Participate in the development of machine learning / AI analytical process by working with Data Science Team

QUALIFICATIONS

• • Highly motivated, independent and a self-starter
  • Exceptional quantitative modeling and analytical skills
  • Superior writing and verbal communication skills/ presentation skills
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment
  • Intellectually curious, while possessing the characteristics of “hungry & humble”
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and financial modeling

EXPERIENCE

The candidate should possess at least a bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance or related field and have 1-3 years of post-graduate, full-time employment experience.