The Manager of Real Estate Acquisitions will play a critical role in launching Knotel’s property acquisition program. As a part of the broader Real Estate and Business Development Team s/he will be responsible for helping to define the acquisitions program in addition to underwriting and executing transactions. Our team embraces curiosity, integrity, and tenacious problem-solving, and the Manager, Real Estate Acquisitions will contribute to this culture while pushing us to innovate and do our best work.

What You’ll Do

• Help develop and refine Knotel’s acquisitions strategy
• Source acquisition targets that are consistent with that strategy, working with strategic partners, brokers and market research
• Work with potential strategic and JV partners to analyse and underwrite opportunities, as well as to structure those relationships
• Work closely with other Knotel teams to determine the suitability of potential targets for the Knotel program
• Underwrite acquisition opportunities including detailed financial modeling
• Liaise with colleagues on the Operations, Growth, Marketing and Finance teams to ensure success at closing and beyond

Who You Are

You are an entrepreneurial, eager learner who is intrinsically motivated to master the complexities of New York City’s commercial real estate market. You want to be surrounded by smart, committed people to learn from the best, but you’re also ready for responsibility and influence. You are immaculately organized, excel at project management, and can tailor your communication style to match the energy of any audience. You’re always seeking a better solution and the next opportunity to drive change. Ambiguous situations inspire you to find clarity, leverage resources, and spark creative thinking. You also have the following:

• 3-5 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisitions
• Experience underwriting commercial office buildings
• A strong quantitative background, coupled with attention to detail
• Proficiency with Excel, Google Docs, and other technology solutions for streamlining business processes
• Knowledge of New York City property market trends, submarkets and property types

About Knotel

Knotel is transforming the office market with its Agile HQ™ Platform. Making long-term leases a thing of the past, Knotel designs, builds, and operates custom spaces for established and growing brands, so they can be free to grow their businesses at will and build what's never been built.

Named a Business Insider Top 50 Startup and New York's Hottest New Workspace Model, Knotel has over 60 locations across over 1 million square feet in New York, San Francisco, London, and Berlin. Founded in 2016, Knotel has raised over $95 million in funding. Knotel’s member network includes companies like Starbucks, Cheddar, Stash, and King. Visit www.Knotel.com.

Our Core Values

Fly your Flag - Don’t check your identity at the door. Bring it inside - we are better for it.

Don’t Look Away- Care for the details no one told you about. Make every space a home and give the gift of belonging.

Outcomes, Not Processes- Time is precious. Save it. Start with the goal and back out the journey.

Get Uncomfortable- Innovation starts at the edge of the unknown. Embrace the adventure and sign up for the hairy challenges.

“Where is it Engraved…”- Question orthodoxy.

Share in the Victory Dance- No one summits alone. Leverage the best in others and offer the most in yourself.

Diversity & Inclusion at Knotel

At Knotel, we know that a diverse workforce fosters our individual and collective success. We are committed to building an inclusive, collaborative culture where people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, and religious backgrounds can do their best work.This is all fueled by our employees, who drive the efforts and initiatives outlined here.