Analyst, Student Housing - Capital Markets - Chicago, IL

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Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Job Summary 

This position is exclusively for a Financial Analyst for JLL’s Student Housing Capital Markets team.  The Financial Analyst will have the opportunity to be involved in every stage of a transaction, including underwriting, market research and preparation of pitch presentations and offering memorandums.  Will work in a high-energy, team-focused environment. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Prepare offering memorandums for student housing transactions.
• Responsible for complex financial modeling of student housing transactions and utilize market and JLL data / comps to correctly underwrite a transaction.  
• Manage the due diligence process and be the driving force in working through the marketing and closing processes for each transaction, and be in constant communication with the Producer, the market and the Client.  Use this information from the marketing process to assist clients in making decisions related to their business plan and capital structure. 
• Must be technically proficient in use of databases and be able to effectively identify what data from this system will be useful to determine trends and for preparation for pitches and meetings.  
• Participate in weekly office meetings with Producers to discuss deal flow, deal status, market conditions and review new client leads. 
• Market and industry research.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Experience Required 

• 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis environment; mortgage or commercial real estate industry is preferred, 
• Self-motivated, team oriented, and strong time management skills to prioritize deadlines. 
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, quantitative, writing and communication skills; able to interface with clients including their top-level executives. 

• Strong writing skills with ability to communicate analytical and marketing data effectively. 
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information. 
• Ability to be an independent worker with a team player attitude. 

Education 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Computer Skills 

• Intermediate working knowledge of Outlook, Excel, and Word. 
• Data base experience a plus. 

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Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Flexible and Remote Work Arrangements may be available

About JLL –

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with annual revenue of $20.9 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 103,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAY. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.

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