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JOB TITLE: Analyst, Development

DEPARTMENT: Marquee Development

ORGANZIATION: Marquee Development

REPORTS TO: Director, Marquee Development

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

COMPENSATION: $100,000 - $120,000 base salary USD and eligible for discretionary bonus plan

BEING PART OF THE TEAM

Our business is a team sport that began on a field with baseballs and bats and has evolved into one of the most recognizable brands in sports and entertainment through Cubs baseball and live events. Our success is driven by our people, who work to create and inspire change in an engaging, collaborative and inclusive environment. As a team, we continue to build a culture on and off the field that delivers unforgettable experiences for one another, our fans and community. In support of that effort, we expect associates to work primarily in our office. Are you ready to be part of it?

OUR STORY

MARQUEE DEVELOPMENT is a full-service real estate firm that specializes in mixed-use sports and entertainment districts. We strategically manage every aspect of a sports-adjacent mixed-use development with a best-in-class ability to curate the experience for a team, fans and community. By bringing bring a sports-operational mindset to traditional real estate development, we focus on the critical integration of team operations and real estate to ensure the experience amplifies the brand of the district, while complementing and protecting the team brand to maximize long-term franchise value.

HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE

Marquee Development is looking for a highly motivated and energized candidate to join its development team. This role will focus on large, multifaceted, mixed-use real estate development projects and support a team of investment professionals throughout the development lifecycle, including underwriting, creation and execution of investment committee materials, marketing collateral and process execution.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Create and maintain financial models for potential development projects and/or acquisitions 

• Analyze data and evaluate investment highlights concerning the acquisition, development potential and feasibility of potential projects

• Assemble market research on demand fundamentals and maintain competitive set analysis for each property type/submarket

• Prepare investment packages and coordinate due diligence for new financing and dispositions. In addition, work closely with the Development team on due diligence of new projects

• Assist in document preparation and transaction structuring. Assist in coordinating transactions with financial equity and debt partners

• Participate in property budgeting process

• Prepare recurring investment summaries for ownership and joint venture partners

• Develop and maintain overall project budget and schedules

• Prepare analysis to support leasing decisions (e.g. net effective rent calculations)

• Prepare a variety of analyses, statements and reports for management, equity partners and lenders

• Other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• 4+ years of institutional commercial real estate or investment banking experience

• Prior work experience with institutional-grade mixed-use assets is preferred

• Proficiency in Argus and Excel

• Candidate should have experience creating and manipulating complex financial models and underwriting commercial real estate properties and projects

• Must understand financial and accounting concepts and be able to apply concepts to financial models

• Ability to communicate complex information succinctly and anticipate and resolve issues/problems on a proactive basis

• Position requires attention to detail as well as strong communication, writing, and computer skills

• Possess excellent collaborative skills to work in partnership with colleagues and across depts/entities

• Strong work ethic with the highest degree of honesty, integrity and discretion

TOTAL REWARDS:

• On-site parking

• Transit benefits

• Paid time off: Personal, Sick, Vacation Time, Office Holidays & Winter Break

• Flexible work arrangement

• Casual work attire environment

• Complimentary Meal & beverage plan

• Access to campus wide Wrigley Field events & pre-sales

• 401K Plan Employee Contribution & Employer Match  

• Benefit Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

• Health & Wellness engagement & programming

• Variety of associate special events, volunteer opportunities and partnership discounts

• Free access to EV charging stations

* This job posting includes the anticipated compensation, which reflects the hourly rate or salary range the Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are considering for this role in the specified location(s) as of the posting date. Where anticipated compensation is a salary range, the actual base salary offered within that range will be reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience.

The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates embrace diversity and are committed to building a team that represents all communities. We hold ourselves accountable to include new and different voices in our organization. Everyone is welcome here, and we celebrate what makes each of us unique.

Response Expectations:

Due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive, we unfortunately may not be able to respond in person to each applicant. However, we can assure you that you will receive an email confirmation when you apply as well as additional email notifications whether you are selected to move forward for the position or not. Please note, we keep all resumes on file and will contact you should we wish to schedule an interview with you.

The Chicago Cubs and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.