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SUMMARY OF POSITION: The individual’s primary focus is to support the Portfolio Strategy & Feasibility team and the company’s investment decision-making process to ensure disciplined and rational allocation of capital. This is accomplished through completion of hotel valuations, and market, corporate, and industry analyses. The position requires a solid foundation of lodging real estate valuation experience, as well as comprehensive knowledge of the real estate and hospitality industries. The principal functions of the position include: As a member of the Enterprise Analytics team, prepare analyses in support of the development and implementation of Host’s corporate strategic plan Support Portfolio Strategy & Feasibility team through completion of ad-hoc analyses focused on asset performance, market dynamics, and portfolio evaluation Develop/maintain a thorough understanding of lodging industry dynamics for assigned markets Feasibility and underwriting of capital projects Preparation of valuations of owned assets for dispositions or management agreement negotiations with oversight. Assisting with underwriting of acquisition targets KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assess historical market dynamics; prepare supply, demand, financial, market penetration and valuation analyses – extensive Excel financial modeling required Perform market research and analysis for properties and markets considered for acquisition, disposition or major capital projects Utilize benchmarking tools and work collaboratively with the Enterprise Analytics, Investments, and Asset Management teams to identify potential opportunities and risks Create portfolio analytics and dashboards to support Host’s strategic plan and capital allocation Conduct market and industry research used in the development of business plans and presentations EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Hospitality, Real Estate, Finance or related field At least three years of relevant experience in hotel/lodging valuation, asset management, investments, feasibility, or commercial real estate underwriting with direct hotel exposure. Position requires a thorough knowledge of the lodging industry and real estate finance REQUIRED SKILLS: Advanced pro-forma and financial structure Excel spreadsheet modeling Understanding of industry data sets (STR, CoStar) and demonstrated ability to gather, interpret, and synthesize complex data from various sources Exceptional report writing, verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively present assumptions and conclusions for assigned projects Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments A very thorough / detail oriented approach to work product, with commitment to quality and accuracy A strong desire to achieve team goals and the flexibility to provide assistance where needed It is the policy of Host Hotels & Resorts to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Host will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is an S&P 500® company as well as the largest lodging real estate investment trust and one of the largest owners of luxury and upper-upscale hotels. Our key pillars focus on owning iconic and irreplaceable properties located in the top hotel markets across the US; leveraging our unprecedented scale and integrated platform; and maintaining an investment-grade balance sheet. Host recognizes the value generated for our stakeholders, employees and the communities in which we operate that comes with integrating corporate responsibility into our business. Central to all that we do is our EPIC values – Excellence, Partnership, Integrity and Community. These values drive how we do business. Our responsible, disciplined approach to asset management is reflected in our balanced approach to corporate responsibility.