Asset Management Analyst

What You'll Do Asset Management Analyst Supports all aspects of private equity real estate asset management and investment activities across an assigned portfolio or market.

Key responsibilities include:

Asset & Investment Support:

Assist with underwriting, portfolio management, leasing, development, repositioning, and valuation efforts to drive income, occupancy, and appreciation aligned with client expectations.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

Prepare accurate client reporting, variance analysis, and asset valuations using discounted cash flow models; contribute to investment committee materials and presentations.

Investment Execution:

Support new investments, redevelopment projects, and leasing transactions by analyzing tenant credit, market conditions, and deal profitability relative to benchmarks.

Business Planning:

Help develop and execute asset business plans, operating budgets, and capital strategies to optimize performance versus market indices.

Relationship Management:

Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (JV partners, brokers, property managers) to ensure effective execution of investment and client objectives.

Process & Operational Excellence:

Adhere to firm policies, contribute to process improvements, and support special projects to enhance service delivery and profitability. Who You Are Who You Are Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or related field (real estate). Exposure to real estate through internship or co-op experience strongly preferred. Skills That Help You Stand Out Strong analytical, financial modeling skills using Argus, Excel, Power BI Ability to read, interpret, and understand contracts and other legal documents. Effective communication, organization, and interpersonal abilities Self-starter with attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities Able to travel to markets within assigned regions (Northern California/Phoenix, AZ) approximately 10% of time, or as required Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly) $73000 - $86500 / year Time Off Program Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don't accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided. Pension Eligible No Location(s) The position will be located in Des Moines, IA. You can check out what our Global Headquarters in Des Moines looks like here: Work Authorization/Sponsorship At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but

IS NOT LIMITED TO

F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links. Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants Investment Code of Ethics For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization. Experience Principal At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services - and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits. Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Posting Window We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Original Posting Date 5/11/2026 Most Recently Posted Date 5/11/2026