Analyst, Due Diligence (Real Estate)

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Due Diligence Analyst will play an essential role in performing due diligence and disposition tasks related to various real estate transactions, including building and land acquisitions, dispositions, financings and corporate acquisitions.

Essential Duties

Acquisitions/Loan Due Diligence

• Manage inventory and file-sharing of each deal’s transaction documents
• Set up and maintain deal data and critical dates within Ares’ online transaction management platform
• Manage all third-party consultant engagements and applicable site visits. Make recommendations to Due Diligence leads on the firms to be hired. Ensure consultant deliverables are distributed on time and include required scopes of work  
• Assist in the internal due diligence phase, including taking primary responsibility for: tracking seller deliverables, initial review/abstracting of lease data, summarizing service contracts and warranties, estoppel and SNDA preparation and/or review, and initial drafts of investment committee and post-closing transition memos
• Manage the acquisition closing process: (i) gather necessary closing support documentation and signatures/notaries; (ii) review all documentation for accuracy; (iii) prepare and review closing statements; (iv) manage funding requests, and (v) ensure all final, executed documents are saved in the proper location; (vi)work with Due Diligence lead/title company/seller/outside counsel to finalize all details to enable timely, flawless closings

Dispositions

• Gather and perform initial review of Ares’ operational and property information for all targeted dispositions
• Assist deal lead in identifying and resolving potential issues or items of concern
• Set up and maintain deal data and critical dates within Ares’ online transaction management platform
• Proofread all broker marketing materials prior to launch
• Manage all online “war room” files, tracking for accuracy and completeness, and gatekeeping access to prospective brokers and buyers
• Produce initial drafts of investment committee and post-closing transition memos
• Manage the disposition closing process: (i) gather necessary closing support documentation and signatures/notaries; (ii) review all documentation for accuracy; (iii) prepare and review closing statements; (iv) manage funding requests, and (v) work with Due Diligence lead/title company/seller/outside counsel to finalize all details to ensure timely, flawless closings

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years related experience and/or training in real estate or similar transactional environment  
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, Cloud-based Apps and Internet search skills
• Proven ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) with both internal and external colleagues
• Demonstrated abilities to proactively prioritize, organize, and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines with professionalism, efficiency, and accuracy
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Execute responsibilities with appropriate sense of urgency and follow-through
• Show tact, discretion, confidentiality and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters and documentation
• Customer service mind-set and a team player mentality

Reporting Relationships

Vice President, Real Estate Equity

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.

$70,000.00 - $100,000.00

The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term