Sr. Director Acquisitions (Multi-Family)

A boutique real estate investment firm with approximately $1B in assets under management and ~2,500 units is seeking a Senior Director of Acquisitions to lead deal sourcing and execution across its multifamily investment platform. Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. This is a senior, entrepreneurial role for someone who can generate opportunities, underwrite them quickly, and drive transactions through closing. We are not seeking a pure analyst. The right person will have a strong broker network, proven sourcing ability, and the confidence to work directly with senior leadership to identify and close compelling investments. The firm operates with a lean team and a hands-on approach, providing meaningful deal ownership and significant upside participation. Platform Overview ~$1B in assets under management ~2,500 units owned and operated Active in Los Angeles, Atlanta, NYC/Brooklyn, with expansion across California, the Southeast, and the East Coast Historically funded through a deep network of high-net-worth investors and international capital sources, with a programmatic investment vehicle currently being developed The firm has delivered strong historical performance, achieving approximately 2.75x equity multiples and ~28% IRRs, with a typical investment target of 2x equity multiple and 15%+ net IRR over a 5-year hold. What You Will Do Source new investment opportunities through broker relationships, owners, lenders, and industry networks Identify off-market and value-add multifamily opportunities Quickly evaluate deal feasibility and investment potential Build underwriting models and investment analyses Prepare investment summaries and present opportunities to the CEO Lead deals from initial sourcing through LOI, due diligence, financing, and closing Work closely with asset management to execute the business plan Assist with refinances and dispositions during the hold period Represent the firm at industry events and maintain strong brokerage relationships This is a full-cycle acquisitions role requiring both deal generation and technical underwriting capability. Ideal Candidate Profile 7+ years of real estate investment or acquisitions experience Current role may include Senior Acquisitions Associate, Acquisitions Manager, Director of Acquisitions, or VP-level acquisitions professional Strong broker relationships and deal sourcing track record Deep understanding of multifamily and value-add investment strategies Advanced Excel underwriting and financial modeling skills Comfortable working directly with senior leadership in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Confident communicator who can move quickly from opportunity to execution Multifamily experience is preferred, though broader commercial real estate investment backgrounds will be considered. xywuqvp Compensation & Upside Base salary is flexible depending on experience, with participation in: Acquisition fees Promote participation Disposition fees For high-performing dealmakers who consistently source and close opportunities, total compensation can exceed $500K+ in strong years.