2026 Experienced Analyst Program

2026 Experienced Analyst Program

New York and San Francisco

Eastdil Secured is the global real estate investment bank that uniquely combines commercial real estate and capital markets expertise. We provide truly independent advice with the mission to drive value for our clients through creative, actionable ideas and flawless execution. Our knowledge-driven team is comprised of remarkable people who are seamlessly connected across all levels and geographies, merging experience, expertise, and resources to deliver the best strategies from around the globe. With a focus on serving our clients, we thrive on collaboration to execute the world’s most dynamic transactions.

At Eastdil Secured, we seek individuals who have strong analytical skills, can craft compelling narratives on behalf of our clients, and who also demonstrate the grit and determination necessary to become the leaders of tomorrow. We hire and advance based on merit and are committed to engaging talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives; by doing so, we aim to foster creativity and innovation throughout our company.

The Analyst Program for experienced candidates begins on Monday, August 10, 2026 and is 1-2 years in duration, through which you will develop the necessary skills to succeed as a commercial real estate professional. As an Analyst, you will gain valuable skills from assisting experienced transaction professionals in the underwriting of asset sales and debt placement across all property types. You will have the opportunity to participate in client interactions, which will provide exposure to the most relevant transactions in the commercial real estate finance industry. Analysts receive on-the-job training, mentorship, and feedback throughout their tenure.

New York Applicants: The Alternatives team is geographically and product type agnostic, focusing on a multitude of non-traditional real estate verticals nationally. In recent years, the team has executed most of the industry's largest traditional equity sales, recapitalizations, and programmatic joint venture structures, namely in the self-storage, manufactured housing, and SFR/BTR sectors. 

Essential Functions

• Work closely with senior team members, with a main focus on financial analysis
• Conduct financial underwriting, due diligence review and transaction execution
  
• Perform comprehensive and in-depth company, real estate, and market analysis
• Participate in the creation of pitches, offering memorandums, and marketing materials
• Develop investment theses based on extensive market knowledge, research, and analytics

Education and Qualifications

To be considered, you must have obtained a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree and relevant full-time real estate finance professional experience. Candidates must be able to work in the United States on a permanent basis.

• Demonstrated combination of academic aptitude, quantitative skills, personal motivation, and distinguished written and oral communication skills
• 2+ years of prior professional experience in real estate finance is required
• Bachelor’s degree is required, with a preference for business, real estate, finance, and accounting concentration
• MBA or Master's degree with previous work experience is preferred

Experience, Skills and Competencies 

• Dedication to building a career in the financial services industry with a focus on real estate finance
• Strong financial analysis and Excel modeling skills
• Experience in ARGUS Enterprise is preferred but not required
• Proficient in performing quantitative and qualitative analysis of deals using financial modeling techniques and a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to consistently produce high quality work under tight time frames
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to conclusion within agreed upon deadlines
• Strong market research experience and interest contributing to strategic planning and idea generation, as well as assisting in the execution of strategic advisory services
• Strong sense of personal accountability and urgency for achieving results
• Eastdil Secured requires each non-administrative exempt staff member to be licensed as appropriate in the respective region.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eastdil Secured (“ES”) is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. ES will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and candidates upon request, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact careers@eastdilsecured.com.

ES will not sponsor visas for these positions and will not hire individuals whose work eligibility is based on, for example, F-1 or other student visa status. In addition, not only must candidates be able to work in the United States without sponsorship when hired, they must maintain the ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship throughout their employment.