Asset Manager at Ventas, Inc. in Chicago, IL | USD120,000-160,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

analysis

asset management

lease oversight

risk management

financial reporting

portfolio optimization

Prepare and present ad hoc analysis to Ventas senior leadership team regarding strategic and tactical opportunities for the portfolio; assist in preparation of materials for Ventas’s quarterly Board of Directors meeting
Lead high-impact asset management projects with executive-level visibility
Provide oversight of the lease portfolio, including monitoring of contractual renewals, annual rent escalators, re-tenanting opportunities, and overall compliance
Perform risk management and regulatory oversight, including disaster preparedness, easements, tax matters, insurance claims, litigation, regulatory oversight, and treasury support (refinancings, debt compliance, etc.)
Support Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team on internal reporting processes, including facilitation of reporting for inclusion in the Monthly Business Review and quarterly earnings preparation with executive leaders
Coordinate with Investments Team to transition new investments into the portfolio and assist with asset disposition identification and process
Monitor industry news and earnings results for other healthcare REITs and seniors housing operators
Make recommendations to Director and SVP regarding opportunities to improve property performance and financial reporting
Consult with operating partners to review financial performance, competition, labor, and other performance drivers to address issues related to agreements including performance targets and capital spending expectations
Partner with the Director and SVP on portfolio optimization through strategic evaluations (e.g., buy/sell/hold recommendations, portfolio benchmarking) and execution of portfolio transactions including acquisitions, transitions, dispositions, lease restructurings, and capital recycling initiatives
Direct management of one Senior Financial Analyst
Conduct periodic site visits to critical properties and markets to confirm performance expectations and deepen understanding of seniors housing and healthcare operations, market fundamentals, and competitive dynamics

Requirements

excel

power bi

mba

5+ years

real estate

critical analysis

Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.
Mastery of Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
Ability to occasionally work long and unpredictable hours, and travel 10–20%
Bachelor’s degree and strong academic record in Finance, Economics, or similar business or analytical field; Master’s Degree, MBA, or JD preferred
Superior critical analysis skills with the ability to evaluate complex problems from a business and legal perspective and recommend well-reasoned courses of action in a concise manner
Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
5+ years of experience with an established real estate investment firm, working on underwriting, development, operations, or financial management. Other relevant experience could include private equity or banking, seniors housing operations, management consulting or strategic project management, or an attorney with business acumen
Core knowledge of real estate, financial statements, and general accounting concepts is required; healthcare knowledge and familiarity with “NIC” market analysis also a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no sponsorship; must be authorized to work in the u.s. without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$44B portfolio

Real estate holdings

The company has assembled a large portfolio across North America and the UK.

86,000 seniors

Seniors supported

Provides housing for seniors in expertly operated communities.

40 million visits

Annual patient visits

Facilitates millions of patient visits annually at outpatient medical and research campuses.

19% returns

Annualized returns

Delivers strong returns for shareholders since 2000.

Over 25 years, it assembled a portfolio across North America and the UK, including ~1,400 properties across four key asset types.
Its outpatient medical and research campuses span ~22 million sq ft.
In its triple‑net healthcare holdings, it provides roughly 10,000 beds and 2.4 million patient days each year.
Through its institutional private capital platform, it manages $5 billion in third‑party assets.

Culture + Values

90% Coverage

Health Benefits

Employees receive premium health coverage with 90% of the plan's cost covered by the company.

20 Days PTO

Paid Time Off

Employees are entitled to a minimum of 20 days of paid time off annually for rest and personal well-being.

4% Match

Retirement Savings

The company matches 4% of employees' contributions to their 401(k) plan, fostering financial preparedness.

Collaboration
Respect
Commitment to excellence
Hybrid work schedule (2 days remote, 3 days in-office)

Environment + Sustainability

100% Renewable by 2035

Energy Commitment

Aims to source all electricity from renewable or zero-carbon sources by 2035, reflecting a strong commitment to clean energy.

60% Renewable by 2030

Energy Procurement

Already procures 60% of its energy from renewable sources, demonstrating significant progress toward sustainability goals.

$60M Investment

Energy Efficiency

Invested $60 million in upgrades since 2018, achieving a 15% return on investment, showcasing financial and environmental benefits.

>95% Natural Gas Reduced

Carbon Emissions

Plans to reduce natural gas consumption by over 95% by 2040, marking a dramatic shift toward low-carbon operations.

Net‑zero operational carbon emissions target by 2040
Annual same‑store energy intensity reduction >5% (2018–2020)
Property‑specific net‑zero roadmaps for ~800 properties using machine learning and physics‑based modeling
219 + certified green buildings
Awards: CDP A‑List; ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year; #1 Healthcare REIT in GRESB since 2017; Nareit Leader in the Light

Inclusion & Diversity

36% Women

Board Composition

Women account for 36% of the board of directors.

45% Diverse

Board Diversity Metrics

The board is 45% diverse by gender or ethnicity.

Established DEI committee; unconscious‑bias training for interviewers
Enhanced applicant‑tracking system providing candidate diversity metrics
Strengthened relationships with HBCUs to diversify recruitment
Listed on Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for multiple consecutive years

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Investor Relations

Careers

Company Overview

Role

Description

analysis

asset management

lease oversight

risk management

financial reporting

portfolio optimization

Prepare and present ad hoc analysis to Ventas senior leadership team regarding strategic and tactical opportunities for the portfolio; assist in preparation of materials for Ventas’s quarterly Board of Directors meeting
Lead high-impact asset management projects with executive-level visibility
Provide oversight of the lease portfolio, including monitoring of contractual renewals, annual rent escalators, re-tenanting opportunities, and overall compliance
Perform risk management and regulatory oversight, including disaster preparedness, easements, tax matters, insurance claims, litigation, regulatory oversight, and treasury support (refinancings, debt compliance, etc.)
Support Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team on internal reporting processes, including facilitation of reporting for inclusion in the Monthly Business Review and quarterly earnings preparation with executive leaders
Coordinate with Investments Team to transition new investments into the portfolio and assist with asset disposition identification and process
Monitor industry news and earnings results for other healthcare REITs and seniors housing operators
Make recommendations to Director and SVP regarding opportunities to improve property performance and financial reporting
Consult with operating partners to review financial performance, competition, labor, and other performance drivers to address issues related to agreements including performance targets and capital spending expectations
Partner with the Director and SVP on portfolio optimization through strategic evaluations (e.g., buy/sell/hold recommendations, portfolio benchmarking) and execution of portfolio transactions including acquisitions, transitions, dispositions, lease restructurings, and capital recycling initiatives
Direct management of one Senior Financial Analyst
Conduct periodic site visits to critical properties and markets to confirm performance expectations and deepen understanding of seniors housing and healthcare operations, market fundamentals, and competitive dynamics

Requirements

excel

power bi

mba

5+ years

real estate

critical analysis

Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations.
Mastery of Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
Ability to occasionally work long and unpredictable hours, and travel 10–20%
Bachelor’s degree and strong academic record in Finance, Economics, or similar business or analytical field; Master’s Degree, MBA, or JD preferred
Superior critical analysis skills with the ability to evaluate complex problems from a business and legal perspective and recommend well-reasoned courses of action in a concise manner
Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
5+ years of experience with an established real estate investment firm, working on underwriting, development, operations, or financial management. Other relevant experience could include private equity or banking, seniors housing operations, management consulting or strategic project management, or an attorney with business acumen
Core knowledge of real estate, financial statements, and general accounting concepts is required; healthcare knowledge and familiarity with “NIC” market analysis also a plus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need for employer sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no sponsorship; must be authorized to work in the u.s. without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

$44B portfolio

Real estate holdings

The company has assembled a large portfolio across North America and the UK.

86,000 seniors

Seniors supported

Provides housing for seniors in expertly operated communities.

40 million visits

Annual patient visits

Facilitates millions of patient visits annually at outpatient medical and research campuses.

19% returns

Annualized returns

Delivers strong returns for shareholders since 2000.

Over 25 years, it assembled a portfolio across North America and the UK, including ~1,400 properties across four key asset types.
Its outpatient medical and research campuses span ~22 million sq ft.
In its triple‑net healthcare holdings, it provides roughly 10,000 beds and 2.4 million patient days each year.
Through its institutional private capital platform, it manages $5 billion in third‑party assets.

Culture + Values

90% Coverage

Health Benefits

Employees receive premium health coverage with 90% of the plan's cost covered by the company.

20 Days PTO

Paid Time Off

Employees are entitled to a minimum of 20 days of paid time off annually for rest and personal well-being.

4% Match

Retirement Savings

The company matches 4% of employees' contributions to their 401(k) plan, fostering financial preparedness.

Collaboration
Respect
Commitment to excellence
Hybrid work schedule (2 days remote, 3 days in-office)

Environment + Sustainability

100% Renewable by 2035

Energy Commitment

Aims to source all electricity from renewable or zero-carbon sources by 2035, reflecting a strong commitment to clean energy.

60% Renewable by 2030

Energy Procurement

Already procures 60% of its energy from renewable sources, demonstrating significant progress toward sustainability goals.

$60M Investment

Energy Efficiency

Invested $60 million in upgrades since 2018, achieving a 15% return on investment, showcasing financial and environmental benefits.

>95% Natural Gas Reduced

Carbon Emissions

Plans to reduce natural gas consumption by over 95% by 2040, marking a dramatic shift toward low-carbon operations.

Net‑zero operational carbon emissions target by 2040
Annual same‑store energy intensity reduction >5% (2018–2020)
Property‑specific net‑zero roadmaps for ~800 properties using machine learning and physics‑based modeling
219 + certified green buildings
Awards: CDP A‑List; ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year; #1 Healthcare REIT in GRESB since 2017; Nareit Leader in the Light