Advisory Associate, Valuation & Capital Market Analysis, Real Estate – Fall 2026 (Chicago)

Job Category: GeneralistJob Description: Job Summary: The Real Estate Valuation & Business Analytics Associate works within a team environment to actively assist in providing commercial real estate analytical, valuation, consulting and other business advisory services to developers, REITs, investors, financial institutions, hospitality companies, lenders and Fortune 500 companies. This position works on various stages of valuation engagements, including areas of specialized valuation for owner occupied and multi-tenant properties specific to financial reporting.Job Duties:

• Assists in the creation of valuation assignments by providing research and due diligence for real estate valuations and reviews
• Performs data analysis on large datasets through mass appraisal techniques
• Constructs valuation models
• Assists with preparation of client deliverables
• Researches property specific details, and manages internal records
• Assists in structuring the required documentation associated with the valuation assignment
• Abstracts legal documents associated with the transfers of ownership and leased properties
• Assists in the loading of client data into databases to perform analysis
• Cross references data amongst various sources
• Composes appropriate narrative reports to support valuation analyses
• Participates in external and internal client meetings
• Other duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Education:

• Bachelor’s degree, required, with a focus in Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, or Finance, preferred
• Master’s degree in Real Estate, Accounting, Economics, or Finance, preferred

Experience:

• Internship or work study experience in valuation, corporate finance or accounting environment, preferred

License/Certifications:

• Real estate appraisal certification, preferred

Software:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, required
• Advanced skills in Excel modeling, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Superior analytical skills with the ability to deconstruct complex issues
• Capability of computer adaptability
• Ability to analyze and organize high volumes of data
• Strong organizational skills, specifically the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment, and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Basic understanding of real estate

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.California Range: $85,000 – $90,000
Colorado Range: $73,000 – $77,000
Illinois Range: $78,000 – $82,000
Maryland Range: $83,000 – $87,000
Massachusetts Range: $83,000 – $87,000
Minnesota Range: $70,000 – $74,000
New Jersey Range: $78,000 – $82,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75,000 – $87,000
Washington Range: $78,000 – $80,000
Washington DC Range: $83,000 – $87,000About Us: Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
• BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”

*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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