IGY is seeking a Transaction and Investment Associate to join the Marina Business Development team. This role is based in the company’s White Plains, NY corporate office with frequent travel as outlined below.
IGY Marinas is a premier owner and operator of international luxury and mega yacht marinas and yachting lifestyle destinations with 24 locations around the world. The successful candidate will join IGY’s Business Development team with the mandate to i) source, analyze and execute acquisition and joint venture opportunities of marina assets and yachting services companies, (ii) develop corporate strategy plans to increase customer satisfaction, enhance revenue and profitability, and grow enterprise value, (iii) perform business and financial analysis to evaluate KPIs, business drivers, and market trends and (iv) source and secure opportunities for IGY’s third party marketing, management, and advisory services.
As an Investment Associate on the Business Development team, you will be responsible for financial and strategic analysis, supporting IGY’s Business Development team as well as IGY’s Operations, Finance and Executive teams.
Role Overview:
- Deal analysis and execution: Lead market research and due diligence, financial modeling and analysis, and preparation of presentations for senior leadership to analyze and execute acquisition and JV opportunities
- Corporate strategy analysis: Analyze existing and potential new products and pricing structures, revenue streams, and strategic relationships and create presentations and recommendations for leadership team
- Market and business research: Perform and compile industry research to identify growth opportunities and analyze internal performance and drivers
- 3rd party management platform: Prepare proposals and presentations to 3rd party marina owners offering IGY’s consulting, management, and marketing services
Requirements:
- Must be based in the New York, NY area with proximity to a major airport hub with ability to travel on short notice up to 25% of the time.
- BA or equivalent degree, preferably in business, finance, or accounting (MBA, MSRED or CFA preferred)
- 4-8 years of professional experience, preferably in finance or commercial real estate, with experience working as a financial analyst or investment associate.
- Experience working on cross-border transactions and familiarity with U.S. and European accounting standards.
- Experience with hospitality or marina asset classes is a plus.
- Outstanding conceptual, analytical, quantitative, and creative problem-solving skills
- Strong aptitude for financial modeling and quantitative analysis
- Excellent process/project management skills
- Experience creating investment memorandums and presentations, as well as proposals
- Command of Microsoft Office products, as well as the use of databases
- Second language (French, Spanish or Italian) preferred but not required
About IGY:
With yachting destinations spanning the globe, IGY redefines the luxury marina experience. IGY’s global portfolio of premium yachting destinations serves over 8,000 annual customers at 24 destinations across 14 countries. IGY is a subsidiary of MarineMax (NYSE: HZO), the world’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, and our sister companies include Fraser and Northrup & Johnson. Learn more about IGY at http://www.igymarinas.com/
