Analyst, Commercial Investment Group

Summary:

Kennedy Wilson’s Commercial Investment Group is seeking an Analyst who is confident, articulate, and a self-starter with 1-2 years of commercial investment analytical experience.

Company:

Founded in 1977, Kennedy Wilson is global real estate investment company headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA with 12 global offices. We own, operate, and invest in real estate on our own and through our investment management platform. We focus on multifamily, office and industrial properties located in the Western United States, U.K, and Ireland. For further information on Kennedy Wilson, please visit www.kennedywilson.com.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing customized financial models that include complex financial and waterfall analysis.
• Assist in the underwriting and evaluation of real estate acquisitions and developments for the Commercial Investment & Fund Management Group.
• Assist the asset management team in preparing valuations and cash flow projections.
• Conduct market research and analysis to evaluate economic and demographic trends and real estate market fundamentals.
• Collect and analyze due diligence findings for new acquisitions.
• Coordinate due diligence efforts with third parties and consultants.
• Review and analyze due diligence results and compare results to transaction underwriting.
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of investment memos to group management and investment committee.
• Assist in the closing phase of transactions.
• Conduct occasional property tours and travel, as needed.

• College degree is required.
• 1-2 years of experience in real estate or investment banking.
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel.
• Working knowledge of Argus.
• Excellent numerical analytical ability with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage of external and internal relationships; interact with members of senior management, executives, and staff in a positive manner.
• Commitment to and awareness of the team and changing workloads.
• Ability to meet deadlines and taking personal ownership to achieve team goals.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Competitive base salary & discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• 401K retirement plan.