Associate Vice President, Investments (Real Estate Equity Focus)

The Investments Group at CIM is comprised of investments and portfolio management professionals working collaboratively to a) source, structure and execute new investments, and b) ensure that investment and fund performance aligns with the fund objectives. The AVP, Investments role (with a Real Estate Equity focus) is an integral part of the CIM team working directly with Investment Leads, Principals and Founders. You will work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment and gain valuable exposure to a variety of projects across multiple real estate sectors, such as multifamily, office, retail, and industrial, amongst others, as well as equity investment strategies across the risk-return spectrum, including core, value-add, opportunistic, and ground-up development. Although focused on real estate, you will also gain valuable exposure to CIM’s wide range of investment platforms active in principal investing. This position is a core member of CIM’s Real Estate Equity Investments team and will be accountable for the full set of responsibilities necessary to deliver on successful investment outcomes, from investment execution to value creation and exit. This role is based at our corporate headquarters in Los Angeles and supports the Real Estate Investments team through transaction management including macroeconomic and microeconomic research, financial analysis, transaction execution, due diligence and ongoing asset management and governance through the lifecycle of an investment. As an integral member of deal teams, an AVP participates actively in both internal and external meetings and represents CIM Group and its Investments team.

Responsibilities

Source, structure and execute new investments; Ensure investment and fund performance aligns with fund objectives; Work directly with Investment Leads, Principals and Founders; Be accountable for the full set of responsibilities necessary to deliver successful investment outcomes, from investment execution to value creation and exit; Support the Real Estate Investments team through transaction management including macroeconomic and microeconomic research, financial analysis, transaction execution, due diligence and ongoing asset management and governance through the investment lifecycle; Participate actively in both internal and external meetings; Represent CIM Group and its Investments team

Requirements

4+ years’ professional experience with an investment firm, private equity firm, investment bank or similar organization and/or master’s degree in business, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field; Real Estate Investment or project experience (investing, project finance, M&A) in relevant sectors required; Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word; Demonstrated experience with financial modeling; Excellent analytical, quantitative and interpretive skills, with a preference for fluency in corporate and/or asset finance; Detail-oriented; Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and value diverse perspectives; Demonstrated leadership/mentorship skills; Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment and work effectively with deal team members often spread across functional disciplines and multiple geographies including but not limited to Los Angeles, Oakland, Chicago, Atlanta, New York City, and Washington D.C.; Solution-focused/positive with a professional demeanor; At least three years of experience working in finance and private investments; MBA degree or equivalent; Superb critical thinking skills; Proven commercial judgement; Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

Fluency in corporate and/or asset finance

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan; Medical, dental, and vision benefit plans; Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution; Company paid life and disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan, with company match; Comprehensive paid time off including vacation days, 10 designated holidays, sick time, and bereavement leave; Up to 16 hours of volunteer time off; Up to 16 weeks of Paid Parental Leave; Ongoing professional development programs; Wellness program including monthly and quarterly prizes