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We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Your Opportunity

Scion is seeking a talented Investments Analyst to join us in executing our vision. This position will focus on using their analytical talents to provide support to the Investments team as Scion looks to continue to grow the nation’s highest quality student housing portfolio. This position will primarily focus on delivering financial modeling, research, presentations, and various analyses with the utmost integrity and timeliness to support investment workflow across acquisition and portfolio management initiatives

The Investments Analyst values and fosters strong cross departmental working relationships. This role demands excellent communication skills, agility, well-honed analytical and critical thinking skills and takes no half measures. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team and gain invaluable transaction and investment related real estate experience.

Your Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain complex financial models to analyze prospective real estate acquisition opportunities under various investment structures and sensitivities.
Perform sensitivity and scenario analyses to assess the impact of different market conditions, financing terms, and property improvements on investment returns.
Gather and evaluate economic, demographic, industry specific, and macro fundamental data to aid senior management in effective business decisions.
Collaborate with other members of the investment team to analytically support various investment optimization and portfolio management initiatives.
Conduct general portfolio management analysis and provide work product on an established, recurring frequency to internal and external stake holders.
Leverage presentation software, data visualization techniques, and communication skills to generate internal and external reports to drive investment analysis.
Assist in conducting transaction due diligence by compiling, reviewing, and summarizing various property level reports, documents, contracts, and financials; additionally support teams through the organization of documentation for consumption across various acquisition streams.
Establish workflow with asset management and property operations upon asset transition

The responsibilities listed above may not be all inclusive.

What We Require

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or similar STEM programs with 1-2 years of professional experience.
Advanced financial modeling; High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
Knowledge of and experience with commercial real estate fundamentals and investment principles is a plus.
Successfully balances multiple, complex projects, prioritizes effectively, and meets deadlines.
Infrequent travel may be required occasionally (5-10% in a year).

Operational Details

Job location is based at Scion’s Chicago corporate headquarters.
Working hours consist of daytime business hours, requiring additional non-traditional hours during peak times.

Your Benefits

FLSA Status Exempt
Discretionary annual bonus
Paid Time Off + Floating holidays
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k Matching
Paid Parental Leave
Learning reimbursement opportunities

The Scion Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, physical or mental disability (as long as the employee/applicant is otherwise qualified for the job with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, uniformed service, veteran status, pregnancy or other legally protected status or category under federal or state law. The Scion Group LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the Company has properties. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, training and other terms and conditions of employment. The Scion Group LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities.

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The base salary range for this full-time position is base + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Illinois Pay Range

$100,000—$125,000 USD