Capital Markets Analyst - Hotels

Analyst Hotels JLL Chicago

JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group is currently seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual with relevant hospitality/real estate work experience to join our Chicago-based Investment Sales team as an Analyst.

JLL's Chicago-based Hotel Investment Sales team is a group of hotel and real estate investment professionals recognized as the premier capital markets advisors for owners of hotels throughout the central US. This team focuses on supporting capital strategies and investment execution for owners of hotels with complex real estate and operational dynamics in the region. The current configuration and members of this team have successfully marketed and sold billions of dollars in hotels and hospitality assets for a variety of global institutional and other significant investment groups.

What this job involves:

Join JLL as a Hotel & Hospitality Group Analyst supporting the Investment Sales team in securing listings, marketing, and closing real estate transactions. This role requires hospitality and real estate experience while working under supervision of senior team members to develop financial projections and complete asset valuations. You'll input financial data into valuation models, gather economic and demographic data, and assist in preparing presentations and offering materials. This position offers comprehensive exposure to investment sales transactions including due diligence processes, legal document abstraction, and coordination with third-party vendors in a collaborative team.

What your day-to-day will look like:

Support members in securing listings, marketing, and closing real estate transactions

Input financial data from P&L statements into valuation models and develop pro forma financial projections under supervision

Complete preliminary asset valuations using DCF, income capitalization, leveraged IRR, comparable sales, and construction cost techniques

Gather, compile, and present economic and demographic data in formats pertinent to real estate transactions

Assist in preparing presentations, offering materials, and miscellaneous reports while abstracting legal documents

Communicate with and coordinate work of third-party vendors and facilitate transaction due diligence processes under supervision

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

BA/BS degree in Business Finance, Hotel Administration, and/or Real Estate Finance

Strong record of academic achievement

Demonstrated quantitative skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently while maintaining rapport with a team

Preferred Qualifications:

Hospitality industry-specific work experience in the areas of real estate ownership & investment, valuations, hotel & restaurant operations, and/or sales & marketing (relevant internship experience will be considered)

Ability to work within formal reporting relationships

Flexibility to work after normal business hours and weekends as needed

Strong computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to travel domestically

Authorization to work in the United States

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

70,000.00 75,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site Chicago, IL

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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