CP Group · 2 days ago
Associate
CP Group is a leading owner-operator and developer of commercial real estate throughout the Sunbelt. The Associate will play a key leadership role in CP Group’s acquisition, investment, and portfolio initiatives, responsible for leading underwriting, due diligence, and transaction execution across various real estate activities.
CommercialProperty ManagementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Lead the development, review, and refinement of complex Argus and Excel financial models, including cash flow projections, valuation analyses, IRR, equity multiple, and sensitivity scenarios
Evaluate acquisition, disposition, and recapitalization opportunities through detailed financial, market, and qualitative analysis
Assess leasing assumptions, capital programs, operating expenses, tenant credit, and market fundamentals to identify risks and value creation opportunities
Provide clear, well-supported recommendations to senior leadership regarding investment strategy, pricing, and execution
Lead asset-level due diligence for awarded deals, coordinating the review of leases, financial statements, legal documents, third-party reports, engineering studies, and market research
Serve as a primary point of coordination between internal teams, external counsel, lenders, brokers, consultants, and property managers throughout the transaction lifecycle
Oversee transaction timelines, diligence workstreams, and closing deliverables to ensure seamless execution
Support or quarterback transaction execution efforts, particularly on less complex deals or targeted initiatives
Prepare and present Investment Committee memoranda, underwriting summaries, diligence findings, and executive-level presentations
Develop investment books, internal summaries, and supporting materials for senior management, investors, and capital partners
Maintain and manage the firm’s acquisition pipeline, tracking deal flow and summarizing opportunities for leadership review
Conduct market and macroeconomic research to support investment theses and strategic initiatives
Prepare market updates and thematic research materials to inform investment decisions and capital partner communications
Monitor competitive landscapes and emerging trends impacting portfolio performance and acquisition strategy
Partner with Asset Management to support business plan execution, budgeting, forecasting, and valuation updates
Maintain and update Argus models for owned assets, including forecasting capital contributions and distributions
Assist with the transition and onboarding of newly acquired assets into the operating portfolio
Mentor and support junior analysts, providing guidance on underwriting, modeling standards, and analytical best practices
Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, asset management, operations, and investor relations teams
Contribute to ad hoc strategic projects and firm-wide initiatives as directed by senior leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or a related field with strong academic performance
2–5 years of relevant commercial real estate experience, including acquisitions, investments, asset management, or investment banking
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Argus Enterprise, with demonstrated institutional-quality underwriting experience
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated leadership ability and experience mentoring junior team members
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Passion for real estate investing and a strong intellectual curiosity
Successful completion of a background screening required
Benefits
Unlimited vacation, summer Fridays, and 9 company holidays
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
Voluntary insurance including supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, legal, and cancer insurance.
401(k) with company match
Company
CP Group
CP Group is a commercial real estate and management firm.
Funding
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