Link Logistics Real Estate (“Link”) is a leading operator of last-mile logistics real estate. Established by Blackstone in 2019, the company connects consumption, technology, and the supply chain across its portfolio, which spans more than half a billion square feet. With more than 5 percent of U.S. GDP flowing through our spaces, we leverage our scale, proprietary data and insights, and foundational focus on sustainability to drive success for our customers’ businesses and deliver value for our stakeholders.

The Investment Analyst is responsible for supporting the Senior Investments Team members with a myriad of analytical duties related to underwriting potential investment opportunities. This includes market tracking, comparative lease and sale analysis, using Argus to model cash flows, modeling deals within our Excel model, preparing materials for internal Investment Committee at Link and Blackstones Review Committee, and assisting with the due diligence for opportunities that have been awarded to Link. The Analyst will also work directly with the development team to assist in the underwriting of land acquisitions for ground-up development and update national statistics for investor and quarterly board meetings. Additionally, the Analyst may work closely with the operations team in Fort Washington on various reporting and operational tasks including lease reviews for portfolios we are acquiring.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and screen commercial real estate investment opportunities
• Assist in the financial analysis and underwriting of potential investments 
• Develop transaction specific financial models for real estate investments
• Periodically revaluate existing assets using discounted cash flow and sales comparable analyses
• Research and analyze market statistics
• Assist asset managers in all aspects of portfolio operations to include leasing, developing property budgets, and formulating long-term asset strategies
• Prepare investment committee memorandums and analysis on all new investments and development opportunities
• Support the disposition team through all aspects of the transaction process to include preparing investment materials, coordinating each sale and closing
• Prepare Management Committee and Board presentations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree received in June 2024 or earlier
• BA or BS in Finance, Real Estate Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics or related disciplines preferred from a top-tier university. Other majors will be considered
• Strong academic record
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Argus (AE)
• Understanding of basic financial concepts used to evaluate investments and build models, such as simple cash flow analyses, time value of money, return on investment, etc.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical ability
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivation, determination and initiative in a team environment
• Demonstrated high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced work environment

Employment Philosophy

Link Logistics strives to be the most equitable and inclusive industrial real estate company in the business. We put our people, customers, and communities first and find ways to make a conscious, positive impact where we live and work, prioritizing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) across our workforce to deliver an optimal employee experience. Every day, we work to reinvent and lead our industry forward by thinking bigger and challenging the status quo. Because we believe that good business must be synonymous with doing good, strong environmental, social and governance practices are foundational to our identity as a firm. These practices include setting ambitious goals to combat climate change, partnering with local nonprofits, and prioritizing internal diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. We seek to use our position, ideas, and influence to drive progress in our industry and the wider world. At Link, we give our customers space to grow—and we give people space to grow, too.

EEO Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations, if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [email protected].