What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Acquisitions & Asset Management position at Aker?
Start Date: Fall 2025
Initial Location: 2 West 45th Street (In-Office 5 Days / Week)
Summary:
Aker is looking for an Sr. Analyst or Associate with a background in private equity and / or investment banking. This opportunity is suited to an individual who is detail oriented, possesses an analytical, growth mindset, and is a strong communicator.
Description of Responsibilities:
Acquisitions
- Support in the evaluation of investment opportunities.
- Source, underwrite and provide initial bid recommendations.
- Support the creation of the business plan, model, and investment memorandum materials.
- Support market research efforts, comps, and tax underwriting.
- Manage diligence coordination and closing schedule in support of deal execution.
- Support financial due diligence (financials, operating budget, lease audit, debt/equity diligence).
- Support financing process, lender book review, and lender diligence.
- Manage delivery and review of third-party reports within closing schedule.
- Manage closing prorations, settlement statement, and third-party coordination.
Asset Management
- Support deal team in oversight of the business plan execution through the life of the investment.
- Assist internal performance tracking and cash flow projections.
- Assist with preparation of monthly investor / lender updates and quarterly investor letters.
- Support refinance and / or sale efforts.
Background:
- 1 - 3 years of real estate investment banking and / or private equity experience.
- Graduate of a top undergraduate university.
- Advanced modeling skill set.
- Ability to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment with excellent time-management and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership and communication skillset.
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000