Analyst, CMG

We’re JLL. We’re a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying and investing in real estate.

We’re a Fortune 500 company. We work across 80 countries, in 280 different offices, with a team of over 60,000 individuals. And we look after a property portfolio of over 4bn square feet, all on behalf of our clients.

We are currently seeking an Analyst to support our Capital Markets Group-Real Estate Investment Banking team in Chicago. The Real Estate Investment Banking team devises and implements capitalization strategies for our clients to arrange debt and/or equity financing. The Analyst will be part of a team primarily supporting professionals focused on loan originations and equity placements.

• Perform complex financial analyses, including cash flow projections with complex financing structures, ARGUS valuation models, and sensitivity analyses
• Create sophisticated Excel-based analytical tools including macro-enabled financial models
• Prepare offering materials for new or existing assignments and pursuits utilizing effective work planning capabilities
• Assist with the preparation of presentation and pitch materials for new business pursuits
• Manage the due diligence and closing process for complex financing transactions
• Gather and evaluate economic, demographic and real estate market data for input into client deliverables and valuation models
• Read and review real estate documents (i.e. leases, environmental and engineering reports, appraisals, etc.) and prepare abstract reports for clients and prospective clients
• Assist with preparation of client deliverables and presentations which influence and provide impact for the client
• Organize historical client contact/activity
• Point of contact for tracking, management, reporting
• Review and analyze client’s quantitative portfolio data, legal documents and other materials as part of project due diligence process

• Proficiency in ARGUS valuations and financial analysis desired
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Real Estate with excellent academic credentials
• 2 to 5 years of work experience in Commercial Real Estate is required
• Illinois Real Estate License preferred
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information and translate into strategic deliverables
• Strong computer orientation and proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Word software is required
• Self-motivating individual who is detail-oriented, has strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team under deadlines
• Ability to multi-task, work successfully under pressure and effectively manage time and workload
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A desire to work within a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment