Investment Analyst

Title: Investment Analyst

Department: Investments

Reports To: Chief Investment Officer

Location: New York, New York

FLSA: Full-Time, Exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: ESRT) is a NYC-focused REIT that owns and operates a portfolio of modernized, amenitized, and well-located office, retail, and multifamily assets and the Observatory deck attraction in ESRT's flagship Empire State Building - the "World's Most Famous Building". The Company is the recognized leader in energy efficiency and indoor environmental quality. As of March 31, 2024, ESRT's portfolio is comprised of approximately 8.6 million rentable square feet of office space, 0.7 million rentable square feet of retail space and 727 residential units. More information about Empire State Realty Trust can be found at esrtreit.com and by following ESRT on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn.

The dedicated team at ESRT is a collection of diverse individuals with a shared passion for excellence and a keen eye toward future growth. Headquartered in New York City, we harness the energy of the city in everything we do. We care for one another, work hard, and have a lot of fun doing it! We are Certified as a Great Place to Work by the global authority, Great Place to Work, on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors. We prioritize and invest in the health and wellness of employees to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent. ESRT values continuous employee development and encourages colleagues to excel in their roles and adapt to emerging business needs. From our crown jewel, The Empire State Building, to incredible buildings modernized for the 21st century, to outstanding customer service, and our decade-long leadership position in sustainability and energy efficient portfolio that is 100% fully powered by renewable wind electricity, we take pride in our work. ESRT seeks an equally passionate colleague to join the team, understand the vision and help achieve that vision.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Investment Team seeks to invest in office, retail, and residential assets and pursue equity, preferred equity, mezzanine, and distressed debt opportunities. The Investment Analyst (1st Year) position is integral to all phases of the investment process, with primary focus on transaction support, team organization and logistics, and to provide support over time in underwriting, due diligence, and asset management. The Investment Analyst (1st Year) will join as part of a two-year program and future advancement with ESRT will be contingent on performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the transactions process

• Maintain transactions pipeline within Dealpath

• Coordinate and participate in property tours

• Download deal data rooms, coordinate access, and save data room files to Sharepoint

• Support review and execution of NDA's for new transactions with legal team

• Upload files to disposition data rooms and coordinate access

• Support due diligence process and ensure information flows are coordinated across internal and external parties

• Team organization and logistics

• Prepare agendas, presentation materials, and investment memoranda

• Create and modify Word and PowerPoint presentations

• Distribute materials to the Investment Committee and Board of Directors

• Coordinate and track meeting follow-up and monthly meetings with brokers and advisors

• Coordinate meetings between the Investments Team and various departments at ESRT

• Manage calendars of the Investments Team

• Maintain contact information of internal and external parties

• Maintain and record files for the Investment department and share information with other departments

• Take minutes and dictation

• Analyze investments to the highest institutional standard

• Analyze and synthesize market information to inform underwriting assumptions including leasing, development pipeline, financing, transaction, and capital raising activity

• Organize and participate in market diligence trips, competing property tours, and onsite inspections

• Understand and communicate the physical characteristics of properties and the related competitive advantages and disadvantages

• Prepare efficient investment memoranda for the ESRT Investment Committee and participate in discussion

• Create property and portfolio financial models that isolate variables and considers various outcomes

• Analyze property and portfolio level data to inform underwriting assumptions including rent rolls, leases, historical cash flows, expense items, capital investment, and financing options

• Collaborate with other departments to provide critical inputs for underwriting model

• Assist with key asset management initiatives

• Participate in and provide support for the ongoing asset management of each investment

• Assist with key asset management initiatives

• Develop a working knowledge of leases, loan documents, partnership agreements, and other agreements to assist with general responsibilities

• Contribute to investment strategy

• Analyze data sets and identify industry trends that support new investment themes

• Build proprietary databases that support sourcing initiatives

• Analyze historical portfolio performance

• Act as a culture carrier and exemplify the guiding principles of ESRT

• Service-oriented and an ESRT brand ambassador

• Strong communicator

• Team player

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Success in this position means the Investment Analyst (1st Year) has become an integral part of the Investments Team and can be relied upon for efficient transaction support and team logistics and organization. The Investment Analyst works seamlessly with the members of the Investment Team to prioritize assignments and communicate issues and significant findings to the team immediately. The Investment Analyst works flexibly based on new information and deadlines and can pivot as needed. The Investment Analyst is curious, service-oriented and growth-oriented, constantly seeking to absorb knowledge, acquire experience, and develop skills to contribute in financial underwriting and Argus modeling capacity.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Demonstrated interest in a career in real estate investment and finance

• Highly detail-oriented, has strong organization and communication skills, and can prioritize and re-prioritize based on changing business needs

• Team calendar management and ability to interface seamlessly with other colleagues, departments, and administrative assistants

• Displays excellent judgment and can act decisively in situations requiring quick but thorough analysis and decision-making, while understanding when and how to escalate issues appropriately

• Active collaborator that thrives in a transparent and communicative setting

• Domain knowledge of New York and the greater metropolitan area is preferred but not required

• Familiarity with ARGUS and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Has an entrepreneurial spirit and is excited by the challenges that come along with building a business

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• College degree in business administration, real estate, finance, or related field

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a richly diverse work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. By focusing on inclusion and celebrating our differences, we create even greater value - in business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture & Success Factors -

• Adaptable - you are a self-starter who's able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently

• Dynamic - you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT

• Dependable - you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work

• Passionate - you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude

• Curious - you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder

• Ethical - you treat others with respect, and embrace and contribute to a culture of diversity and inclusion

• Positive - you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $95,000. Salary is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, job location, size of property where applicable, and/or certifications. In addition to your base salary, ESRT provides discretionary annual bonuses. ESRT offer comprehensive, competitive benefits & well-being programs including:

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary and bonus

• Health/Dental/Vision insurance

• Company sponsored Life, AD&D, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance

• Voluntary Enhanced LTD Program

• Voluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs

• 401(k) with 100% match up to 5%

• Paid parental leave

• Pre-tax transit accounts

• Employee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal support

WELL-BEING

• Generous paid time off

• Flex remote work time

• Flex Summer Fridays

• Employee engagement programs

• Volunteer time off

• Continuing education

• Complimentary Empire State Building Observatory access

• Complimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

ESRT is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because they drive curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, caregiver status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.