Senior Associate, Due Diligence

Essex Property Trust

Due Diligence Senior Associate leading transaction processes and financial modeling for multi-family real estate at Essex. Focused on close collaboration with teams and stakeholders throughout projects.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $107,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling, due diligence, and underwriting processes within the multi-family real estate sector. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams and presenting findings to stakeholders while managing multiple tasks effectively.

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Financial ModelingDue Diligence CoordinationMulti-Family Real Estate ExperienceStrong Analytical SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudget PreparationRisk AssessmentLease AuditsCapital AssessmentDocument ReviewInvestment Memoranda PreparationThird-Party Report AnalysisAsset ManagementCode Violation Evaluation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTask PrioritizationTeam CollaborationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

YardiAdobe

Industry Keywords

Real EstateAcquisitionsStructured FinanceCalifornia Multi-Family MarketWashington Multi-Family Market

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support the underwriting of potential acquisitions, development, and structured finance transactions
Coordinates and lead due diligence, underwriting and closing process, including documentation review and analysis of key findings, rent analyses, detailed budget preparation, document checklist calls, lease audits, warranty review and warranty transfer, assessment of capital, assessment of staffing, 3rd party report engagement and detailed review, and analysis of historical operating documents
Ability to recognize key risks or non-standard components of a transaction through review of 3rd party reports, deliverables and through comprehensive review of assets
Work closely with senior management and have extensive interaction with the real estate community, including sellers, developers, lenders, brokers and third-party vendors
Travel to project sites and work with capital maintenance teams to evaluate asset conditions, including potential code violations and any necessary repairs or other major capital needs
Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct thorough due diligence including legal, financial, and physical aspects
Lead the preparation of investment memoranda, presentations, and other materials for internal and external stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) from a four-year college or university in business administration, finance, economics, real estate or related field
5+ years of related experience in multi-family real estate due diligence, asset management, or in a financial analysis role
Experience with the California or Washington multi-family real estate markets preferred
Strong financial and analytical skills
Ability to prioritize and manage a variety of tasks within a tight time schedule
Strong communication skills, including an ability to compile written materials and present underwriting to Company leadership, as well as the ability to efficiently coordinate various teams across the Company
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Yardi, and Adobe.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
paid parental leave
401k employer match
excellence rewards
wellness programs
12 paid holidays
15 PTO days
housing discount of 20%