Analyst-Investment Management at AMLI Residential in Chicago, IL

Summary: AMLI Residential is a leading national owner, operator, and developer of luxury multifamily communities. They are seeking a recent or upcoming graduate for an Analyst position in their Chicago headquarters, where the role involves financial and economic analysis to support the Acquisition & Disposition and Asset Management departments. Responsibilities: - Assist with the initial screening of investment proposals to determine fit with AMLI's investment objectives - including preparing rental market surveys, rent roll analyses, acquisition models, investment memos, and investment committee presentations - Analyze and monitor the performance of the existing portfolio - Assist in completing monthly model updates, including economic forecasts of supply/demand and impact on projected rent growth - Assist AMLI's Development department with new investment underwriting - Complete hold/sell analyses based on financial and macroeconomic factors - Assist with financial and market performance reporting to joint venture partners, including quarterly reports and the annual budget package - Assist with the annual preparation of the Investment Dashboard - Cross-Training opportunities: Business Intelligence, Property Management, Financial Reporting, Construction cost accounting and estimating, and Pricing Analysis Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration required - Ability to effectively and efficiently analyze financial and other numerical data, assess trends, variances, and causes, and confidently report findings and recommendations to senior management - Advanced Microsoft Office Excel required - The ability to learn and adapt to new software applications quickly is also required Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in Real Estate/Asset Management and 0-2 years of experience in economics, finance, or related experience is preferred - Strong interest in leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (e.g., for data analysis, financial modeling support, market research, and workflow automation) Required Skills: Financial analysis, Economic analysis, Microsoft Excel Important Skills: Real Estate experience, Data analysis Benefits: Generous Apartment Rent Discount at any AMLI apartment, Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, 401(k) Company Match, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off (PTO) - 20 days + 9 paid holidays. PTO increases with tenure.