LaSalle Early Analyst Development (LEAD) Program

The Opportunity:

Join LaSalle – We’re develop future real estate investors for tomorrow, today!  LaSalle Investment Management is seeking upcoming or recent college grads to join our rotational program providing exposure to LaSalle’s investment products, including separate accounts, open and closed end funds, and debt spanning across various risk profiles and geographies within LaSalle’s business platforms and functions. Selected candidates will spend 12 months learning the fundamentals of real estate investing through role shadowing, participating in business projects, and other learning and development opportunities. 

Through guided and self-directed learning and training activities, the program gives participants exposure to professional development, critical skill building, and helps them prepare for a career in real estate investment management. Strengthen your business acumen through exposure to senior leaders, performance coaching and feedback, mentoring relationships, leadership and professional development opportunities, and develop a professional network that includes some of the best talent in the industry.  You’ll be a meaningful part of the team, gaining valuable experience and getting first-hand insights experience on real estate investment management from LaSalle, a proven industry leader.

Upon successful completion of the 12-month program, individuals have access to full-time placement in a permanent role (subject to business needs as well as individual performance, skillset, and interests).

Responsibilities & Job Duties:

• 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.
   

Required Qualifications:

• 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

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.