Acquisitions Associate - Summer 2026
RetsusaSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted November 19, 2025
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Full Time
About the Company
RETS Associates, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Newport Beach, CA, is a premier executive search firm dedicated to placing permanent and executive talent within the commercial real estate sector. The firm serves a diverse clientele—including REITs, developers, investors, pension fund advisors, private equity firms, family offices, corporate real estate departments, and homebuilders—across roles such as asset and property management, development, construction, acquisitions, and financial analysis. With an average of 400 searches each year, RETS is the most active real‑estate search firm on the West Coast, supported by offices in major markets such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Charlotte, and Dallas. Its deep industry expertise is bolstered by active participation in key professional associations (ICSC, NAIOP, ULI, BOMA, CREW, IREM), ensuring clients access a talent pipeline informed by the latest market trends. This combination of breadth, volume, and industry engagement positions RETS as a trusted partner for organizations seeking top‑tier real‑estate talent.
Job Description
RETS has been engaged by a leading global private equity firm to recruit an Acquisitions Associate for their team in San Francisco. The role involves collaborating with the small deal team to analyze and execute real estate investments, performing financial modeling, and participating in investment transactions.
Requirements
- 2-3 years experience as a commercial real estate analyst for an investment bank, developer, high volume REIT or private equity firm
- Bachelor's degree from a top tier university with a cumulative GPA of 3.5+
- Expert knowledge in Excel and the overall financial valuation and modeling process
- Solid understanding of and ability to model capital structures, including senior debt, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and common equity
- Ability to assess qualitative and quantitative characteristics of properties and/or investments
- Outgoing personality with the drive to succeed and natural curiosity
Benefits
- Relocation Assistance