Job Description
Job Description
At Percy, we’re building new ways to connect talented real estate professionals with career-accelerating opportunities at top firms across the country. We’re currently searching for a Director of Asset Management with expertise in multifamily student housing to join a growing real estate investment company in New York.
This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a high-performing student housing portfolio and help guide asset management and operational strategy at a firm that’s more than tripled its assets in the past five years. The right candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and bring deep experience driving value to student housing assets through budget/expense controls, innovative pricing strategies, and capital improvement projects.
If you’re a motivated leader looking for meaningful responsibility, hands-on mentorship, and exposure to top-tier institutional partners, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
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Take ownership of asset management responsibilities for a 30-property portfolio
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Oversee property performance, conduct financial analysis, and drive asset-level strategy
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Collaborate with on-site teams to improve operations and address issues proactively
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Conduct regular site visits (approx. 5 days/month) to ensure property excellence
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Partner closely with acquisitions, operations, and investment teams
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Complete property-level case studies and financial reviews using internal Excel models
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Serve as a key liaison for internal stakeholders and external investment partners
Qualifications
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5+ years of operational leadership experience for multifamily student housing properties
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Detailed understanding of property-level operations and what it takes to drive results
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Entrepreneurial mindset with agility to take on evolving responsibilities
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Willingness to travel to visit properties at least 5 days per month
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Bachelor’s degree required; finance, real estate, or related field preferred
Perks
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Earn $200-$250k total compensation with $200k base plus bonuses
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Remote or Hybrid flexibility, depending on your location and preferences
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Work with a small, high-impact team at a rapidly growing firm
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Direct exposure to senior leadership and highly respected investors