Analyst, Investment

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 primary responsibilities of the Investments Analyst are supporting the Senior Investments Team members with a myriad of analytical duties related to Link’s on-going disposition strategy. Functions include supporting all aspects of a transaction including using Argus to model cash flows, preparing and analyzing hold-sell models, preparing materials for senior Link and Blackstone investments and asset management teams, managing due diligence, and assisting with contract negotiations. Additionally, the Analyst is expected to work collaboratively with the asset management and operations teams during due diligence and through deal closing. The Analyst will actively represent the company maintaining a high degree of professionalism.

This highly visible role provides the opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly growing firm as an integral member of the Investments team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:​

• Coordinating with Blackstone, Investments, and Asset Management team members nationwide on all dispositions
• Assist in the financial analysis and underwriting of potential dispositions by preparing hold-sell models, discounted cash flows, and sales comparable analyses
• Assist in the preparation of investment committee presentations for dispositions
• Work with third party brokers to create and review marketing materials. Represent Link to the brokerage community and broader marketplace by showing a high degree of professionalism.
• Actively maintain disposition trackers
• In coordination with in-house, outside counsel, and Senior Investments Team members, assist with the negotiation of LOIs, access agreements and purchase and sale agreements.
• Work closely with the operations team during due diligence through deal closing
• Work collaboratively with Investments team members in other markets/regions and the asset management team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 0-2 years of experience
• BBA, BA or BS in Finance, Real Estate Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics or related disciplines preferred.
• Strong academic record
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Argus (AE)
• Understanding of basic financial concepts used to evaluate investments, 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 People@linklogistics.com.