Acquisition Analyst

Role PurposeThe Acquisition Analyst will evaluate new investments, support opportunistic M&A/divestitures, and enable disciplined capital allocation. The role blends valuation, financial modelling, market analysis, and cross‑functional coordination to drive decision‑quality insights for senior leadership and boards.Key Responsibilities1) Strategic Investment Analysis & Capital AllocationBuild detailed return, scenario, and sensitivity analyses for new growth and acquisition opportunities; recommend capital deployment aligned to long‑term priorities and investor objectives.Apply a structured investment framework and governance thresholds to ensure disciplined allocation of capital.2) Portfolio Valuation & Modelling (REIT & Office)Support valuation of the REIT; develop/maintain cash‑flow models reflecting operating drivers and market dynamics.Contribute to periodic business plan updates and asset strategy reviews; track performance against plan and recommend corrective actions.3) Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures (Opportunistic)Assist in due diligence, valuation, synergy thinking, and coordination of internal workstreams and external advisors for M&A/divestiture processes.Drive timelines, data rooms, and issue logs to seamlessly execute transactions.4) Financial Planning & Performance AnalysisSupport budgeting, forecasting, and five‑year planning, ensuring linkage to strategic initiatives and REIT/portfolio objectives.Prepare monthly/quarterly variance and driver analyses, dashboards, and insight memos for leadership.6) Board, Investor & Executive‑Level ReportingPrepare Board decks, Investment Committee notes, and monthly business reviews; translate complex financial/operational data into clear, executive‑ready insights.Support investor presentations and REIT reporting cycles.8) Opportunity Screening & Contractual AnalysisAct as the first filter for new investment opportunities arising under customer contracts and the Shareholders Agreement (SHA); test fit against predefined criteria.Coordinate cross‑functional inputs and approvals to drive timely decisions.9) JV Asset Funding & ReimbursementBuild models for capital vs. debt allocations for each JV asset; recommend optimal funding mix.Manage reimbursement calculations for founding shareholder investments in speculative builds transferred to the JV.10) Market Research & Competitive IntelligenceConduct ongoing market research and competitive landscape analysis to inform valuations, underwriting assumptions, and portfolio strategy.QualificationsEducationMBA (Tier‑1) or CA (Rank Holder) preferred; prior commercial real estate experience strongly preferred.Experience1-3 years in investment analysis, corporate finance/FP&A, transaction support (M&A), real estate private equity, or REITs.