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Real Estate Operations roles covering asset management, property accounting, transaction coordination, and facilities oversight qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when they require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Large REITs, commercial property firms, and institutional investors are consistent H-1B sponsors in this sector.
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Get Access To All JobsOver the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.
Job Description
Position Overview
The Associate of Data & Analytics will be responsible for assisting with critical operational reporting, data management and analysis of property assets and operational information across multiple funds and asset types. Responsibilities include collection and maintenance of key periodic data for operational and financial reporting, support of internal teams and third-party partners, assisting with ESG initiatives and cross-functional support of special projects.
Essential Duties
- Prepare and present monthly operational performance reporting to Real Estate executive team
- Provide data collection and analysis support for initiatives and special projects
- Support Real Estate systems assessments / migration projects
- Develop and/or enhance processes to ensure data integrity used for calculation of key operational metrics
- Assist with monthly/quarterly data collection efforts in support of global real estate data transformation projects
- Support regular and ad hoc data requests from various internal teams
- Provide data and analysis as requested for Asset Management, Portfolio Management, Investor Relations, Marketing and Financial Reporting
- Project management of asset management operational activities such as budgeting, market lease assumptions, valuations, tax appeal/planning and reporting
- Provide third-party consultants with asset/leasing information for maintenance of managed assets, development of property budget estimates, and support of tax appeal analysis and litigation
- Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- 4+ years of real estate management or related experience required.
- Bachelor’s Degree and related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial statements, and legal documents required.
- Ability to effectively present information, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Capable of effectively working in a team environment
- Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel), reporting tools (Power BI) and familiarity with database systems preferred.
- Knowledge of industry-level accounting and asset management systems (Yardi) preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Willingness to occasionally work irregular or long hours may be required.
Reporting Relationships
Principal, Co-Head of Data and Analytics, Real Estate
Compensation
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
$110,000.00 - $140,000.00
The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.
Job Description
Position Overview
The Associate of Data & Analytics will be responsible for assisting with critical operational reporting, data management and analysis of property assets and operational information across multiple funds and asset types. Responsibilities include collection and maintenance of key periodic data for operational and financial reporting, support of internal teams and third-party partners, assisting with ESG initiatives and cross-functional support of special projects.
Essential Duties
- Prepare and present monthly operational performance reporting to Real Estate executive team
- Provide data collection and analysis support for initiatives and special projects
- Support Real Estate systems assessments / migration projects
- Develop and/or enhance processes to ensure data integrity used for calculation of key operational metrics
- Assist with monthly/quarterly data collection efforts in support of global real estate data transformation projects
- Support regular and ad hoc data requests from various internal teams
- Provide data and analysis as requested for Asset Management, Portfolio Management, Investor Relations, Marketing and Financial Reporting
- Project management of asset management operational activities such as budgeting, market lease assumptions, valuations, tax appeal/planning and reporting
- Provide third-party consultants with asset/leasing information for maintenance of managed assets, development of property budget estimates, and support of tax appeal analysis and litigation
- Other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- 4+ years of real estate management or related experience required.
- Bachelor’s Degree and related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial statements, and legal documents required.
- Ability to effectively present information, define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Capable of effectively working in a team environment
- Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel), reporting tools (Power BI) and familiarity with database systems preferred.
- Knowledge of industry-level accounting and asset management systems (Yardi) preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Willingness to occasionally work irregular or long hours may be required.
Reporting Relationships
Principal, Co-Head of Data and Analytics, Real Estate
Compensation
The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role.
$110,000.00 - $140,000.00
The firm also offers robust Benefits offerings. Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit.
Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world-class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more.
There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Real Estate Operations
Map your degree to the role
USCIS requires a direct-field degree match for specialty occupation approval. A finance, real estate, or business administration degree maps cleanly to asset management or acquisitions roles. A mismatch between your credential and the job title is the most common RFE trigger in this sector.
Target REITs and institutional asset managers
Publicly traded REITs and institutional investment managers file LCAs at far higher rates than local property management firms. Search DOL's LCA disclosure data through Migrate Mate to identify which employers have active H-1B filing history in real estate operations roles.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Run the role's SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer call so you can confirm whether the salary offer meets or exceeds the Level I or Level II wage floor.
Ask about cap-exempt or blanket petition options
Some real estate operations roles at universities, nonprofits, or government-affiliated entities qualify for cap-exempt H-1B filings, bypassing the annual lottery. Confirm the employer's tax status and ask your HR contact directly whether they file under a cap-exempt category.
Clarify job duties align with O*NET definitions
USCIS cross-references your job description against O*NET occupation profiles. Make sure your offer letter describes duties that match the theoretical and practical application requirements listed under the relevant O*NET code, not generic property management tasks that fall below specialty occupation standards.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If your current H-1B employment ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsor. Real estate operations hiring cycles can run four to eight weeks, so start outreach before your end date and confirm the new employer can file a transfer petition within that window.
H-1B Visa Real Estate Operations: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a real estate operations role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field such as real estate, finance, accounting, or business administration. Roles like asset manager, acquisitions analyst, or property finance manager typically qualify. General property management or leasing agent roles without a degree requirement do not meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for real estate operations jobs?
Publicly traded REITs, institutional investment managers, commercial real estate advisory firms, and large property development companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors in this sector. Smaller regional property management companies rarely sponsor because they lack dedicated HR and legal infrastructure for H-1B filings. Use Migrate Mate to search employers with verified LCA filing history in real estate operations.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer is acquired or merges with another firm?
A corporate merger or acquisition can affect your H-1B status depending on whether it constitutes a successor-in-interest transaction. If the new entity assumes the same ownership structure and your job duties stay substantially the same, your petition typically carries over without a new filing. A material change in duties, location, or employer entity usually requires an amended I-129 petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect.
Can I work on a real estate operations contract or consulting basis on an H-1B?
H-1B status permits third-party placement only when a qualifying employer-employee relationship exists, meaning your H-1B sponsor controls the terms and supervision of your work. Pure independent consulting arrangements don't satisfy this standard. If you're placed at a client site, your sponsoring employer must document that it maintains the right to hire, pay, and supervise you throughout the engagement.
How does a job change between two real estate operations roles affect my H-1B?
Switching employers requires your new sponsor to file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS before your start date. Under portability rules, you can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed and accepted, as long as your prior H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. Changing from an asset management role to a significantly different operations function may require a new specialty occupation justification in the petition.