Hospitality Investment Analyst

Job Description

Hospitality Investment Analyst | J.W. Marriott, Jr. Institute

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at J.W. Marriott, Jr. Institute, located in New York, New York. The J.W. Marriott, Jr. Institute, bearing the name of a prominent figure in the hospitality industry, likely serves as a center for advanced research, education, or strategic initiatives related to hospitality finance. This position is central to the institute’s efforts in identifying and analyzing valuable investment opportunities within the dynamic hospitality sector. The individual in this role will directly contribute to crucial financial strategies and portfolio growth, influencing significant decisions regarding acquisitions, developments, and overall financial performance across a range of hospitality assets.

The TL;DR
• Role: Mid-Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York, NY

• Mission: Evaluate potential investments in the hospitality sector to inform strategic portfolio decisions.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Investment Opportunity Analysis: Evaluate hotel acquisitions, renovations, and new developments for investment firms, assessing their strategic fit and growth potential within a hospitality portfolio.
• Financial Valuation and Modeling: Conduct sophisticated financial modeling, including discounted cash flow analysis and return on investment projections, to determine the financial viability of proposed projects.
• Risk Management and Assessment: Perform comprehensive risk assessments for potential investments, identifying and analyzing financial, market, and operational risks that could impact returns.
• Market Research and Due Diligence: Execute detailed market analysis, competitive landscaping, and due diligence to understand sector trends, growth drivers, and potential challenges.
• Strategic Portfolio Guidance: Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to investment teams, directly informing and guiding crucial portfolio decisions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Mid-Career professional with a Master’s Degree. Core domain knowledge in finance and real estate finance.
• Experience: Significant professional experience in evaluating hotel acquisitions, renovations, and new developments for investment firms.
• Skills: Expertise in financial modeling, risk assessment, and market analysis.