Experienced Investment Associate, Real Estate

About HCC/CCI Henry Crown & Company/CC Industries is a Chicago-based, privately-held company that manages business, philanthropic, and family interests on behalf of a multi-generational family. The business ventures fall into broadly-defined categories: wholly-owned operating companies, public and private equity investments, and real estate. The enterprise also supports individual and collective giving through Crown Family Philanthropies and provides traditional family office services across generations. The enterprise employs approximately 350 professionals in the areas of investment management, corporate development, financial operations, tax, research and innovation, human resources, information technologies, and legal. Why work for us? We are a private enterprise with more than a 100-year legacy and track record of financial success, supporting our communities, and taking care of our employees. We plan strategically with a long-term time horizon and an integrated approach to access superior opportunities and optimize financial results. Integrity, collaboration, and dedication are cornerstones of our workplace culture that create rewarding professional experiences. Position Description This position serves as a key contributor in shaping the real estate team’s strategies. This role requires advanced analytical capabilities, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage high complexity projects across diverse property types and investment structures. In addition to providing in depth analysis, the Lead works closely with leadership, influences decision making, and serves as an informal mentor to peers and junior analysts. The position demands specialized knowledge in real estate investments, financial structuring, and market dynamics, ensuring the real estate team continues to drive long term value creation. Responsibilities Partner with managers and directors to evaluate portfolio performance, capital allocation, and new investment opportunities, offering strategic recommendations Lead advanced financial analysis, including dynamic modeling of property level, fund level, and structured cash flows Manage complex assignments such as large-scale transactions, multi-asset portfolio reviews, and high visibility capital events Serve as a subject matter expert in specialized areas of real estate management and investments Collaborate directly with leadership to influence strategic initiatives and process improvements Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts, promoting knowledge sharing and professional development within the real estate team Conduct deep dive market research, develop investment theses, and present findings to senior leadership and investment committees Contribute to quarterly and annual reporting by creating complex valuation and cash flow analyses into reports as insight for the executive team Enhance portfolio management reporting tools, ensuring accuracy for decision making Support strategic projects requiring collaboration across departments Lead knowledge sharing initiatives, including training sessions, documentation, and best practices Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field required; Master’s degree or relevant certification (ARGUS) strongly preferred 5 to 8 years of experience in real estate investments, asset management, or related fields Advanced knowledge of real estate investment structures, including joint ventures, fund level reporting, and complex financing Expertise in dynamic modeling and valuation of diverse property types Strong understanding of commercial leases and capital markets High proficiency with Excel, ARGUS, CoStar and other real estate analysis tools Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence leadership and present to executive audiences Proven ability to mentor and coach peers and junior team members Analytical thinker with the ability to navigate ambiguity and solve complex problems The Starting Salary Range: $165k - $185k. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. To see an overview of all our benefits please go to our career portal. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals experiencing disability and BIPOC are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At CC Industries we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr