Associate

Overview

When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company’s esteemed annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Companies to Work For in 2024. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.

Responsibilities

As an Associate with Hines, you will support real estate investment, development and asset management activities in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, with broader support for Mainland China opportunities and operating assets. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 

 

Investment and Acquisitions

• Support the evaluation of investment opportunities in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area and other Mainland China markets.

• Prepare market studies, feasibility analyses and cash flow modelling for new opportunities.

• Prepare investment proposals, including investment committee and marketing materials for pipeline opportunities.

• Coordinate due diligence with internal teams and external advisers across legal, financial, tax, technical and other workstreams.

• Support transaction execution, including documentation review, negotiation support, process coordination and closing.

Asset Management

• Support asset management of operating properties, including business planning, valuation, leasing, investor relations, financing and performance analysis.

• Prepare project updates, cash flow analyses, projections and reporting materials for internal and external stakeholders.

• Monitor performance against business plans and budgets, and identify material variances and key performance drivers.

• Participate in development management projects across the full cycle, including feasibility, design, approvals, contracting and construction oversight.

• Coordinate with internal teams, including fund management, finance, construction, legal, marketing, leasing and operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements include: 

 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

• Master's degree, MBA, CFA or other relevant professional qualification is preferred but not required.

• 4+ years of relevant experience in real estate investment, asset management, development, private equity, banking or a related field.

• Candidates with less experience will be considered for the Senior Analyst position.

• Strong numerical, analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to prepare and analyse cash flow models.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese, with the ability to prepare clear presentations, reports and investment materials.

• Strong research, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with a high level of attention to detail.

• Strong initiative and ability to work independently with appropriate oversight, while coordinating effectively across internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Prior exposure to real estate investment and asset management in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area or Mainland China is preferred.

Closing

At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading global real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion¹ of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to exceed expectations and tailor solutions to our clients' needs.

 

While our projects are renowned for enhancing cities and pioneering sustainable practices, we recognize that the true driving force behind Hines' success is our 5,000 dedicated employees in 30 countries who draw on our 65-year history to build the world forward. This is why we prioritize investing in our people, offering comprehensive training, competitive compensation, robust benefits and generous vacation packages. By centering our focus on the growth and wellbeing of our team, we cultivate an inclusive environment where everyone, including our clients, can thrive.

 

Hines is proud to be named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2024. ¹Includes both the global Hines organization and RIA AUM as of December 31, 2023.

 

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and support workforce diversity.

 

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