Company: LaSalle Investment Management (“LaSalle”)

Job Title: Senior Analyst, Acquisitions & Asset Management

Job Location: Seoul, South Korea

Reporting to: Manager, Acquisitions & Asset Management

Department: Acquisitions & Asset Management

Company & Regional Overview

LaSalle Investment Management is one of the world’s leading real estate investment managers. On a global basis, LaSalle manages over US$82.3 billion of assets in private and public real estate property and debt investments as of Q4 2024. LaSalle’s diverse client base includes public and private pension funds, insurance companies, governments, corporations, endowments and private individuals from across the globe. LaSalle sponsors a complete range of investment vehicles including separate accounts, open- and closed-end funds, public securities and entity-level investments. As an independent subsidiary of Jones Lang LaSalle, it operates in 24 offices across 13 countries worldwide. LaSalle's investment teams also draw on the intelligence and resources of our parent company, giving us unique access to market opportunities and key industry leaders. LaSalle has the ambition, creativity and opportunity to be a global leader in technology-driven real estate investment management, and the successful candidate will have a key role in driving this transformation.

LaSalle offers specialized real estate services to meet changing client expectations and market conditions. With an established presence in, and an intimate knowledge of, local real estate and capital markets worldwide, LaSalle creates value for clients by addressing their local, regional and global needs as well as their broader business, strategic, operating and financial goals. LaSalle has innovative thought leadership and prides itself in a ‘client-first’ mentality, striving for exceptional client satisfaction through the highest level of services.

Position Overview

The role supports the full acquisition lifecycle for real estate investment opportunities, including sourcing, financial analysis, due diligence, and transaction execution to achieve targeted investment returns. The position includes both acquisition responsibilities and asset management duties.

Responsibilities will include:

Acquisitions

Financial Modeling & Analysis

Develop and maintain comprehensive acquisition financial models
Execute investment underwriting using institutional metrics (IRR, equity multiple)
Conduct scenario analyses to identify and quantify investment risks
Create professional investment summary packages and presentation materials

Support Investment Analyses

Organize and present supporting materials for investment analyses including investment committee memoranda
Responsible for returns calculation, sensitivities and all analytics
Prepare competitive landscape assessments and market positioning analysis
Support preparation of quarterly investment pipeline reports

Support Due Diligence

Support execution of transaction due diligence including legal, tax, physical and environmental, title/survey.
Responsible for setting up, maintaining and sharing of all transaction files with other functional groups including strategy and research, finance, asset management and development management
Support in obtaining all required management approvals for transactions.
Coordinate third-party consultants and review preliminary findings
Identify potential deal risks and propose mitigating solutions

Support Closing

Support closing of acquisition
Coordinate and obtain all required internal approvals
Coordinate with finance to access funding within required time frame
Coordinate documentation and meetings with transaction counterparties and service providers
Setup, maintain and transition all data files to other functional groups including finance, asset management and development on close
Assist in preparation of closing statements and reconciliations

Other

Efficient transfer of acquired properties to asset management
Sourcing of real estate transactions – develop relationships to assist sourcing new acquisition opportunities
Ad hoc projects as needed
Support investor reporting requirements for acquisition activities
Maintain acquisition database and deal tracking systems

Asset Management

Portfolio Strategy & Planning

Undertake broad asset management responsibilities with investment performance as objective
Support on implementing Strategic Asset Plan and regularly evaluate performance of assets compared to strategic asset plan
Assist in the preparation of hold/sell analysis, asset management strategies, business plans working closely with local/regional investment teams and fund managers

Leasing & Property Operations

Focus on leasing across the portfolio, managing relationships with agents and existing tenants
Manage property managers, budgeting, capital planning and operational matters
Collaborate with development managers to ensure developments achieve return and operating targets and manage project budgets in line with fund objectives

Transaction Support & Valuation

Assist in providing strategic and asset management input for potential acquisition opportunities and subsequent due diligence requirements
Develop and implement disposition strategies to maximize exit value, including preparation for Investment Committee approvals, vendor selection and sales process oversight
Assist in managing the asset valuation process in consultation with relevant fund teams

Reporting & Financial Analysis

Provide information for and assist in the production of investor reports on a monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual basis
Support completion within the team during financial analysis and asset modeling including:
- Underwriting (incl. cash flows, sensitivity analysis, IRR analysis)
- Valuations
- Strategic Planning (Hold/Sell)
- Review of financial models ensuring accuracy, quality and consistency of analysis

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a top-tier university in finance, economics or related discipline
Min 3 years relevant experience with demonstrated track record of excellence
Experience may include roles at bulge bracket investment banking firms, leading private equity firms, blue-chip investment management companies, institutional real estate investment firms, or other prestigious financial institutions
Relevant experience should demonstrate sophisticated financial modeling capabilities, complex transaction analysis, investment underwriting, and/or asset management
Strong technical aptitude with advanced Excel, financial modeling, and valuation skills
Prior exposure to commercial real estate transactions, portfolio management, or asset valuation considered advantageous
Real estate, credit analysis and/or accounting experience desirable
Proven ability to perform under pressure with exceptional attention to detail
A can-do, positive attitude and willingness to work diligently and entrepreneurially on tasks with tight timelines
Ownership and desire to produce quality and timely work
Analytically inclined, detail oriented and organized with focus on deliverables
Superior verbal and written English communication skills with polished presentation abilities
Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to engage effectively at all levels
Self-starter with ability to work independently and thrive within a team environment
Strong critical thinking skills with ability to identify, focus and address complex issues
Ability to work under pressure and excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

Start a lasting career with LaSalle Investment Management today!
For further information, please visit www.lasalle.com

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