Analyst, Strategic Planning

POSITION SUMMARY

The Analyst, Strategic Planning supports the SVP and VP, Strategic Planning and Special Projects with market and financial analysis and preparation of presentation materials to further support CenterPoint's strategy and new market opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct research to analyze industrial real estate market trends and performance.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis and spreadsheet modeling to support project and corporate level forecasting and measure financial impact of strategic decisions.
• Analyze data to identify trends and summarize and present findings in executive level presentations.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify themes and make strategic recommendations.
• Assist in the preparation of materials for quarterly and annual presentations.
• Conducts research and gathers information for projects, reports, and presentations for ad hoc requests of partners and investors.
• Collaborate with other internal departments to assemble necessary information related to specific projects.
• Perform other initiatives related to business and strategic planning.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, economic conditions and competitive landscapes to inform investment strategies.
• Assist in the development and refining of investment thesis in collaboration with leadership team.
• Acts in accordance with the values of the company and comply with all company processes and procedures.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in business; accounting/finance required; real estate concentration preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience performing financial and/or valuation analysis in the real estate industry, demonstrating superior:
  1. Initiative and commitment to excellence
  2. Analytical ability and sound judgment
  3. Financial acumen
  4. Written and oral communication ability
  5. Excellent organization
  6. Prompt and courteous customer service
  7. Absolute integrity
  8. Ability to build strong and collaborative relationships
• Proficient in Argus Enterprise and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter that possesses innovative solutions and is proactive in resolving issues.
• Analytical and technical proficiency in all aspects of financial and investment analysis.
• Flexible with respect to work schedule and available for travel to target markets as needed
• Ability to manage elevated stress levels periodically; Ability to work in an active and intense environment.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

CenterPoint provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000 annually. CenterPoint Properties offers employees a competitive compensation package which includes an annual target bonus, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) and more. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.