development and investment associate

The primary focus of the role will be to support the D&I team on all activities relating to the North American roll out of citizenM hotels, including site acquisition, shareholder reporting, competitor analysis, and business development. 

 key responsibilities

• supporting the D&I team, Chief Investment Officer, strategic council and shareholders with hotel and real estate market analysis and management information
• supporting the regular update of the global roll-out strategy
• managing the research documentation and archive of the D&I team
• being a critical team member supporting the sustainable roll-out of citizenM 

 main tasks

• acquisition project support with feasibility analysis, drafting investment memorandum sections, financial modeling, due diligence support
• general team support with presentations, preparations for new market trips, providing management information 
• market analysis, competitor research, monitoring property/hotel market 

qualifications / skills

• commitment to embodying citizenM’s core values of:
  • genuine touch – you treat people as you would treat your best friend
  • passionate attitude – you have an optimistic and positive attitude
  • smart thinking – you like to turn traditional thinking on its head
  • contemporary style – you are inspired by design and creativity
  • real caring – you want to do the right things for our guests, colleagues, community, and the planet
• academic degree in a business, finance, or real estate -related discipline; graduate degree preferred but not necessary
• real estate and financial modeling skills required
• 2 to 4 years of relevant working experience in (hotel) real estate
• excellent quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
• proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Google applications
• a broad interest in the hospitality industry, curiosity about hotel deal making
• excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; fluency in other languages a distinct advantage
• able to work independently and manage time efficiently and effectively
• high attention to detail
• a team player with a resourceful attitude

locations / hours

• New York Office (32nd St. & Madison Ave). This is a full-time position with 20% travel expected. 

compensation / benefits

• competitive salary package and remuneration in line with experience and background
• full health, dental, and vision insurance 
• matched 401-k plan to help you invest in your future
• paid time off to support you in having an active life outside of work
• access to mentor programs, career development classes, and personalized career advancement support

citizenM is a values-based company on a mission to become the most innovative hotel company and create incredible value for all of our stakeholders (guests, employees, shareholders). We believe the only way to achieve that is with incredibly talented people, coming from unique backgrounds offering differing perspectives. 

The qualifications and skills listed above simply serve as guidance for applicants, but we are mostly focused on whether you have the potential to do the job, not whether you’ve done it before. We encourage you to apply even if you partially meet the criteria. 

citizenM loves diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from anyone.