PGIM Real Estate-Agriculture Senior Investment Analyst

Job Classification:

Investment Management - Investments

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! 

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

At PGIM, You Can!

What you will do

We are looking for an astute, determined professional like you to fill a Senior Investment Analyst position within the Eastern Region of our Agriculture Investments team. Leveraging a 100 year history in agricultural equity/real estate management services and lending, Prudential’s agriculture business provides equity management services and lending in the agribusiness sector throughout the United States. This rewarding opportunity will enable you to make a big impact in our organization, so if this sounds exciting, then PGIM might be the place.

PGIM’s Agriculture business is seeking to expand the Agricultural Investments team by hiring an Senior Investment Analyst.  S/he will report directly to the Senior Asset Manager and will work closely with the Farm Managers in the Eastern Region and other staff throughout the company. This role will support multiple aspects of the business including asset management, acquisitions, research and technology. This role will be based in our Orlando office.

What you can expect

• Assist in the operational and reporting activities of the region.
• Manage the appraisal review process in the southeast and provide commentary to the Senior Asset Manager and other key employees.
• Assist in the preparation of third-party reports for institutional clients.
• Analyze farmland investment opportunities through the development of in-depth analysis and cash flow models for a wide variety of agricultural commodities in different geographic regions.
• Evaluate and manage information for potential agricultural investments.
• Assist in the preparation of investment recommendations for our internal Agricultural Equity Investment Committee and third-party investors.
• Work with the Acquisitions Team and Farm Management team in the evaluation of potential agricultural investments.

• Conduct in-depth research of agricultural commodities targeted for acquisitions.
• Prepare various agricultural industry research reports including assisting with quarterly commodity marketing updates and assist in the preparation of the annual commodity newsletter.
• Conduct detailed research on new geographic areas for potential agricultural investment.
• Support team with all portfolio and individual asset decision for value creation strategies and prepare necessary analytical reports as requested.
• Assist with implementing PAI’s sustainability initiatives.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects which could include the evaluation of new technology tools for the business.

What you will bring

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the investment management industry; experience in agriculture preferred.
• B.S.  in business, agricultural finance, economics, or equivalent curriculum required.
• Strong financial modeling and quantitative skills with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Unquestioned integrity.
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to customer service.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills, excellent presentation skills, and highly effective analytical skills. 
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks.
• Individual must have good interpersonal skills with an interest in networking and business development, a major responsibility for eventually becoming an Investment Professional.
• Positive attitude, strong desire to learn, and the ability to work both independently as well as in a team environment.
• Personal Computer Skills (Advanced Excel, Powerpoint, and Word).
• Some travel may be required.

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don’t meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer you

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Retirement plans:
• 401(k) plan with generous company match (up to 4%)
• Company-funded pension plan
• Wellness Programs to help you achieve your wellbeing goals, including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional health, and career development.
• Tuition Assistance to help finance traditional college enrollment, approved degrees, many accredited certificate programs, and industry designations.

To find out more about our Total Reward package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers

About PGIM Real Estate

PGIM Real Estate is one of the largest real estate managers in the world with more than $180 billion in gross assets under management and administration.  It strives to deliver exceptional outcomes for investors and borrowers through a range of real estate equity and debt solutions across the risk-return spectrum. PGIM’s scope of insights, rigorous risk management and seamless execution are backed by a 50-year legacy of investing in commercial real estate, a 140-year history of real estate financing and the deep local expertise of professionals in 32 cities globally.  PGIM Real Estate Agricultural Finance is one of the largest agricultural investment managers with over $10.5 billion in debt and equity investments.  PGIM Agricultural Finance, the debt side of the business, represents approximately $8.5 billion of the total and invests on behalf of its affiliate and third-party institutional investors.