Real Estate Investments Associate

Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1981, The John Buck Company (JBC) has established a track record and reputation as a premier, vertically integrated real estate operating company focused on major U.S. urban markets.  Since inception, JBC has made principal investments in assets comprising more than $6.7 billion of gross value, and acquired, developed, or redeveloped over 42 million square feet of office, residential and mixed-use properties. In addition, JBC has utilized its operating platform to provide world-class property management, development, and construction services for its clients. 

JBC’s Investments team is currently deploying equity on behalf of JBC Fund VI, the latest in a series of general partnership / sponsor funds which total nearly $1B.  The JBC portfolio currently consists of $1B of stabilized multifamily and office assets, $500MM of ongoing development projects, and an additional $1B+ of near-term pipeline projects.

SUMMARY:
JBC’s Investments Team is seeking an Associate to underwrite development opportunities and value-add acquisitions in the multifamily and office asset classes and provide asset management support throughout the investment lifecycle. 

This position is located at JBC’s corporate headquarters in Chicago.

• Identify development and acquisition opportunities in select geographies
• Own the due diligence process, coordinating between internal and external stakeholders such as joint venture investment partners, lenders, brokers, counsel, and consultants

• Point person for limited partners, lenders, and other stakeholders on select assets
• Conduct ad hoc analyses, develop market theses, and assist in other projects as required

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate with at least 2 years working in an acquisition role

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance, economics, or related field
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Argus Enterprise
• Multifamily, office, and mixed-use real estate experience preferred
• Capable of quickly auditing existing investment models and tailoring to the deal

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a timely and thorough manner

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead weekly project updates
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills and team orientation; someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collegial environment
• Ability to travel

EMPLOYER'S RIGHTS:
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. Incumbents may be asked by their supervisors or managers to perform other duties.  The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either the incumbent or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter with “Potential New Hire - Investment Associate” in the subject line.