Along with its affiliate companies, Affinius Capital invests across the risk spectrum for a global client base, managing over $64 billion in gross assets under management within a diversified portfolio across North America and Europe. Affinius Capital provides strategic equity and debt capital, including to capitalize on the accelerating demand for technology-driven real estate assets, to meet the critical need for housing solutions, and for other market and capital structure opportunities exhibiting compelling risk-return characteristics. For more information, visit affiniuscapital.com.

As a key member of the Research team, the Senior Associate Research role will be responsible for producing and editing high-quality, engaging, and informative content related to the institutional real estate market.  The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of real estate markets, excellent analytical skills, and a proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

Essential Duties: 

• Collaborate with the investment team, senior leadership, and other stakeholders to align research with strategic business goals and client needs.
• Produce thought leadership content, including white papers, market outlooks, and research reports, tailored for institutional investors, showcasing key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Stay current with market developments, regulatory changes, and global macroeconomic trends that impact institutional real estate investments.
• Present research findings to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders through written reports, presentations, and client meetings.  Communicate complex technical ideas in a non-technical manner as appropriate to the audience.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of commercial real estate markets, trends, and investment opportunities across various property types (e.g., office, industrial, retail, multifamily).
• Ensure that research materials are accurate, well-structured, and visually appealing with appropriate charts, graphs, and data analysis.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the firm’s brand as a thought leader in the commercial real estate space through published content and presentations.
• Writing and Editing Projects: sample projects for which this position will be responsible include:
  • Coordinating the production and development of drafts for the firm's annual House View;
  • Writing and editing white papers on various investment strategies and opportunities;
  • Collaborating with subject matter experts on topics of interest for publication in leading industry journals;
  • Assisting with the production and editing of presentations.
• Additional duties, as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Real Estate, or related field.
• 3+ years proven experience  in writing and editing content for the real estate industry preferred.
• Must be willing to work on-site five days a week, with flexibility for remote work as-needed for specific reasons.
• Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job title.

Key Competencies:

• Strong writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to analyze complex data and market trends.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in content management and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• A portfolio of published writing samples related to the real estate market is highly desirable.

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At Affinius Capital our employees enjoy generous benefits packages including comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, educational and professional designation assistance, business casual dress attire and much more! Qualified applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment background screen. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Affinius Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.