Analyst, Acquisitions and Development

Carmel Partners, one of the nation’s leading specialists in real estate investment management, with expertise in the investment, development and construction of multifamily real estate, is seeking an Analyst, Acquisitions and Development, in our New York Office. 

The Analyst, Acquisitions & Development, supports the evaluation and execution of acquisition, development, disposition, and debt opportunities across New York, Washington, Washington, D.C., and Boston. The Analyst will analyze and underwrite potential investments and assist in coordinating all phases of development projects, from initial valuation and due diligence through financing, entitlement, construction, business plan execution, and disposition. The role provides broad exposure to the multifamily business, as well as cross-functional transaction and project oversight.

A place for you

Here at Carmel, we don’t just invest in real estate; we invest in careers. If you don’t meet all of the qualifications listed for this role, we encourage you to monitor our career page for upcoming opportunities. Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every qualification.

We’re committed to assembling diverse teams with exceptional talent, and we strongly encourage individuals from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. Everyone’s career journey is unique, so let’s explore how you could be a great fit for our team!

What you’ll do

• Analyze potential acquisition, development, and debt opportunities, including:

•    Determine preliminary income and expense projections and evaluate in-place and market rents


•    Assess economic, demographic, and real estate market data


•    Analyze and track sales comparables and pipeline activity


•    Prepare and ensure the accuracy of valuation models and pro formas


•    Perform financial feasibility, sensitivity, and risk/reward analyses

• Prepare market analyses and reports, including rent and operating expense analysis, land and existing sale comparables, pipeline activity, and economic and employment indicators


• Actively participate in evaluating and closing real estate transactions, including acquisitions and dispositions, and organize and track due diligence documentation for land development acquisitions


• Prepare preliminary financial packages and memoranda for the Investment Committee and assist with construction financing commitments


• Maintain and regularly update pro formas throughout the investment lifecycle, from initial valuation and due diligence through business plan execution and disposition


• Prepare cash flow projections and business plans to evaluate investment alternatives and exit strategies


• Coordinate and assist in securing entitlements by identifying regulatory requirements, preparing entitlement applications, and supporting community outreach efforts


• Maintain and track project schedules, milestones, timelines, development team meetings, action items, and project status and variance reporting


• Coordinate with other Carmel departments, including Construction, Finance, Asset Management, and Legal, as well as third-party advisors, to support successful project and transaction execution


• Support legal contract coordination, including pre-screening contracts for common terms and conditions and coordinating third-party attorney services with the team and General Counsel


• Assist with special Asset Team projects and corporate-level initiatives

Who you are

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and workstreams in a fast-paced transaction and development environment


• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize analysis for senior leaders and Investment Committee materials


• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across departments


• Sound judgment, discretion, accountability, and a strong sense of ownership and follow-through


• Ability and willingness to utilize emerging AI tools and technology to enhance analysis, streamline workflows, and improve productivity


• Strong interest in multifamily real estate investing and development

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, real estate, or a related discipline


• 2+ years of relevant professional experience in real estate investment, acquisitions, development, and/or project management; MBA or MRED may substitute for experience


• Strong foundation in real estate finance, underwriting, valuation, and cash flow analysis


• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining financial models and pro formas, including sensitivity and return analyses


• Working knowledge of the acquisition and development lifecycle, including due diligence, financing, entitlements, construction, business plan execution, and disposition


• Experience conducting market analysis, evaluating comparable transactions and rents, and preparing materials to support investment decisions


• Experience coordinating projects and transaction workstreams across internal teams and third-party consultants while meeting deadlines and budgets


• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint


• Experience with Opportunity Zone deals is a plus 

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation and benefits play a key role in your choice of employer, and our goal is to invest in you and your experience here. You’ll find competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package at Carmel.

Base compensation range $110K to $120K. Total compensation for this role also includes a bonus incentive in addition to the base salary. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances unrelated to an applicant’s sex or other protected status under local, state or federal law.

Choose Carmel

At Carmel Partners, our mission is to create exceptional multifamily communities that enrich lives and neighborhoods.

Founded in 1996, Carmel is one of the nation’s leading specialists in real estate investment management, focusing on U.S. multifamily development and construction, renovation and debt investments. Through its vertically integrated platform, Carmel seeks to achieve superior risk-adjusted returns across market cycles by investing in relatively supply-constrained, high-barrier-to-entry markets in the United States.

Visa Sponsorship: Carmel Partners is currently unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this role. We require that applicants be authorized to work in the U.S.A.

Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equitable hiring and promotion practices. We lead with integrity and believe in building a diverse and inclusive workplace, rooted in a culture of mutual respect. By welcoming varied backgrounds, perspectives and ideas, we cultivate engagement and a sense of belonging that creates community within, so Carmel can build communities that thrive.

Carmel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy and reproductive decisions, family or parental status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

Notice to Third-party Agencies: Carmel Partners has no standing offers to pay referral compensation or recruitment fees for any open positions. Unless a signed agreement provides otherwise, Carmel Partners will not pay any compensation to any employment Firm, staffing agency, recruiter or other third party for any resumes or candidate profiles provided, even if the individual is hired by Carmel Partners. In the event a recruiter or third-party agency/Firm submits a resume or candidate profile without a signed active agreement, Carmel Partners explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire said candidate without any notice or financial obligation to the recruiter or agency/Firm. Carmel Partners reserves the right to retain, use, transfer and distribute any resumes and candidate profiles that are submitted, including those submitted to hiring managers.