Role Overview
A fast-growing organization operating in the real estate space is seeking a Corporate Development Analyst to support senior leadership in sourcing, evaluating, and executing acquisitions. This role will also help prepare newly acquired businesses for a smooth transition into the broader platform. It's an excellent fit for someone with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an interest in lower‑middle‑market dealmaking.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Initial Evaluation

• Build and refine target lists to support outreach efforts.
• Conduct early‑stage financial screening and preliminary company assessments.
• Prepare internal materials for leadership discussions and management conversations.

Financial Modeling & Valuation

• Develop and maintain 3‑statement financial models.
• Support valuation analyses, including pro formas, earnout structures, and deal scenarios.
• Assist in creating Sources & Uses summaries and related transaction documentation.

Diligence & Closing Support

• Coordinate diligence activities with sellers, advisors, and internal stakeholders.
• Review financial statements, contracts, and key business drivers.
• Assist leadership in managing closing deliverables and checklists.

Integration Preparation

• Organize and package key information for the integration team ahead of close.
• Summarize operational and financial insights relevant to Day 1 and early onboarding.

Candidate Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, transaction advisory, or similar analytical roles.
• Familiarity with M&A and financial modeling concepts (e.g., debt schedules, purchase accounting, returns analysis).
• Strong Excel fundamentals and comfort working with detailed financial models.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.