Lasalle Early Analyst Development Program

Lasalle Early Analyst Development Program

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in real estate, finance, accounting, or economics or related field with strong record of academic achievement, with a graduation date in January or June 2025
• Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Responsibilities

• Active role in a variety of special projects within the defined framework of the program, involving hands-on experience and rotations through key departments – your days will be filled with fast-paced on-the-job training and development as a vital part of the team.
• Exposure to a variety of asset classes including office, industrial, retail, and multifamily property investments that span various risk profiles and geographic regions.
• Perform property level analysis for the firm’s direct real estate investments and aid the team in acquiring, monitoring, and improving the performance of commercial real estate investments.
• Shadowing and project responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: market research, support underwriting efforts for debt/equity opportunities, financial analysis and modeling, risk analysis and valuation, drafting investment memos, portfolio monitoring, analysis and valuation, ad-hoc projects, presentations, and other duties as appropriate.
• Gain proficiency in the business practices, operations and procedures in each department rotation, acquiring knowledge, skills and experience required to advance to a professional role at LaSalle.
• Observe, learn, and apply departmental procedures to become familiar with the functions of each department.
• Develop a solid knowledge of the business lines, including the business plans, products, and processes and build a solid knowledge of the firm’s strategies and follow established investment policies and procedures.
• Meet with Program Manager and mentors on a regular basis to discuss rotation results and performance feedback, business priorities, career development, etc.
• Provide feedback to Program Manager about rotations, special projects, etc, contributing to continuous improvement of the program.
• Participate in formal and informal mentor and peer resource opportunities.
• Efficiently execute research and analytical tasks, leveraging internal and external resources.
• Attend formal training classes, completing all assigned courses and participating in extensive self-learning.
• Meet with senior leaders, soaking in their experience and insights, while developing your own skills based on their guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interested in financial services, real estate or investment management.
• Strong computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint)
• Financial acumen and analytical abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Self-starter must be organized and able to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Campus involvement/leadership experience
• Previous internship or co-op program experience preferred.