Description
Together, We're More
Arete Collective is a real estate development firm based in Holladay, UT with expertise spanning land acquisition, planning, architecture, and construction. We focus on creating high-quality, sustainable communities that deliver both long-term value and exceptional design. Our integrated approach allows us to oversee every stage of development with a commitment to financial integrity and project success.
Position Summary
The Investment Analyst supports the investment and capital markets function by conducting investment analysis, preparing financial models, and assisting with capital raising initiatives. This role provides analytical support for project financing, debt and equity structuring, and investor reporting, and will be critical to the firm’s growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Support capital raising efforts, including debt and equity transactions, by preparing institutional-quality pitch decks.
- Build and maintain sophisticated, ground-up financial models (DCF) for large Master Planned Communities, utilizing granular assumptions to project cash flows, IRR, Equity Multiples, and Cash-on-Cash returns.
- Conduct investment analysis, ROI assessments, and scenario modeling to support executive decision-making.
- Assist in managing due diligence processes with lenders, coordinate with legal, appraisal, and title teams, and work with the onsite development teams to ensure proper funding needs are met
- Update draw schedules and cash flow forecasts to ensure optimal capitalization throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related quantitative field.
- 0–3 years of experience in finance, investment banking, capital markets, or real estate finance.
- Proficiency with Excel and financial modeling tools
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis and reporting.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams.
This position works onsite in the Salt Lake City office 5 days per week. Occasional travel may be required.
About Us
Areté Collective is a luxury real estate development firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah, specializing in the creation of high-end, sustainable residential and resort communities. With a fully integrated approach—from land planning and architectural design to marketing, sales, and hospitality operations—we craft distinctive, nature-connected living experiences. Founded in 2021, our team is made up of industry leaders with decades of expertise in design, development, and community building. At Areté, we are driven by a commitment to excellence, environmental stewardship, and thoughtful design that enhances both people’s lives and the landscapes they inhabit. Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook at @aretecollective.co
We are actively seeking to create a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences. Areté Collective provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
