Manulife Investment Management (“MIM”) is the global wealth and asset management segment of Manulife Financial Corporation. MIM's global real estate (“GRE”) platform provides investment solutions globally as part of its comprehensive private markets’ capabilities, offering core, core-plus, and value-add strategies.

MIM’s GRE team leverages its global platform and regional market knowledge to identify opportunities and drive results for its clients.  As of December 31, 2024, its sustainably operated platform includes 90 million square feet of office, industrial, retail, and multifamily assets located across Canada, the United States, and the Asia Pacific region, with approximately $20 billion USD of real estate (500+ properties). The team is expanding its capabilities to meet evolving market opportunities, building a strong and diverse global culture as an entrepreneurial investment manager.

Manulife Investment Management is seeking an Asset Management Analyst, US West Region, to play a key role within the growing Asset Management team. Our US West region includes a mix of office, retail, industrial and multifamily properties, ranging from core to value-add assets. The Analyst is responsible for financial modeling and analysis and will work closely with the Asset Manager in overseeing leasing, property management and capital projects. The position reports directly to a Director, Asset Management.

Responsibilities:

Provide financial analysis and support for asset-level decision-making and transactions

Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses and reporting across the region’s portfolio, delivering forward-thinking analysis to support decision-making and strategyConduct and/or support analysis for evaluation of leasing opportunities, capital projects, and tenant credit.  Develop and present findings for Senior Management and Portfolio Managers as requiredAssist with acquisitions and dispositions when applicablePlay an integral role in identifying market trends and extracting insights for the regional portfolio, contributing to market commentary produced by Asset Managers. Present and review with Senior Management and Portfolio Managers as requiredReview and validate Yardi quarterly financials/operating statements and variance reports. Understand cash flow requirements and distribution analysisSupport ongoing loan compliance and credit/security monitoring activities

Support asset-level business plans and valuation models.

Support Asset Manager coordination, production, and presentation of annual business plans to Senior Management and Portfolio Managers.Build and maintain quarterly Argus models and support hold vs. sell analyses conducted by regional Asset Managers.  Undertake model audits, quality assurance reviews, and support best practices complianceCoordinate appraisal review and commentary by regional Asset Managers and conduct variance analysis to external appraisals

Support Asset Manager in oversight of leasing, property management, and capital projects.

Collaborate with leasing brokers, review LOIs, leasing documents, and outside broker listing agreementsReview and selectively audit asset-level financial reporting submitted from Property Managers, including capital commitment forecasts, expense recovery calculations, and funding projections. Oversee timeliness of Yardi financial and accounting information submitted from Property ManagersAssist on an ad-hoc basis for ongoing capital projects across the region.

What are looking for

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics from top academic institution requiredMinimum of 1-3 years of proven experience preferably from one of the top capital markets brokerage firms or other institutional real estate organizationsIn-depth knowledge of real estate investment, asset management, accounting and administration conceptsAbility to develop investment strategies and provide recommendations for changes or enhancements to improve investment objectives. Ability to integrate top-down and bottom-up perspectives into investment recommendationsCapable of managing competing priorities and maintaining strong attention to detail under strict deadlinesSuperior analytical and critical thinking skills (both quantitative and qualitative).Able to successfully work in a team-oriented environment and partner with different functional groupsDemonstrated leadership skills and a strong sense of ownershipStrong work ethic, a high level of integrity, and the desire to take initiativeExcellent written and oral communication skills. Effective customer service and interpersonal skills.  Strong organizational, time management and priority setting skills.Focused and self-motivated teammate who balances independent thinking with the execution capabilities and core competencies of the rest of the organization.Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel (financial modeling, creation of templates) and Argus Enterprise.  Experience with real estate accounting systems required, experience with Yardi a plusLimited travel

What can we offer you?

A competitive salary and benefits packages.A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.A focus on growing your career path with us.Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

Values-first culture
We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.Boundless opportunity
We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.Continuous innovation
We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.Championing Corporate Citizenship
We build a business that benefits all collaborators and has a positive social and environmental impact.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Primary Location

Los Angeles, California

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$76,000.00 USD - $127,000.00 USD

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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