Where
Collaboration,
Purpose, and
Growth Drive Impact
Where
Collaboration,
Purpose,
and
Growth
Drive Impact
OUR PURPOSE
IN ACTION
We believe a strong culture empowers our employees to make an impact and drives strong results. Explore how we support learning and growth at every level.
Portfolio Management
We create investment strategies to optimize the portfolio performance of our funds while mitigating risk. We collaborate closely with other teams by providing tactical oversight to all property operations, including data, metrics, and analytics.
Investments
We handle all aspects of acquiring assets for each fund, including sourcing, due diligence, underwriting, and transaction management. We work closely with brokers and seasoned industry participants to gain on-the-ground market insights and find opportunities that align with fund and portfolio strategies.
Asset Management
We oversee property operations with the goal of driving performance and value. We develop strategic business plans for each asset, including budgets, marketing, capital projects, and day-to-day operations. With the deep-property level knowledge, we contribute the full cycle of the investment, from acquisition to disposition.
Research
We deliver market intelligence and analysis that shape our investment strategies. From macroeconomic and demographic forecasting to sector and market research, we partner with teams across the firm to provide insights that inform decisions and help achieve client objectives.
Investor Relations
We are the firm’s primary connection to clients and the industry. We build and maintain relationships, manage day-to-day investor communication, and play a key role in telling ARA’s story through marketing and thought leadership initiatives.
Operations
We provide the infrastructure and support essential to ARA’s investment activities. Covering accounting, legal and compliance, technology, human resources, and administration, our team delivers critical expertise with broad organizational exposure.
CULTURE
How We Work Together
FIRM
INITIATIVES
Giving Back Through Shared Values
BENEFITS AND
WELLBEING
Supporting You, In and Out of the Office
We offer competitive benefits designed to support your financial, physical, and personal wellbeing.
- Competitive compensation
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Income protection benefits, such as life, accidental and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Wellness room and ergonomic office design
- Transit reimbursement and flexible commuting options
HOW WE WORK
How to Make an Impact at ARA
Employees have direct access to our senior leadership and are encouraged to share their ideas and challenge each other to arrive at the best outcomes for our clients. We each strive to follow these principles of working together for the success of our firm and the clients we serve.
Passion
Demonstrate a genuine interest and drive for excellence in the work.
Respect
Treat everyone with respect and dignity.
Listening
Spend the time to understand and truly appreciate the needs and goals of others.
Community
Take the initiative to create opportunities to improve each other’s skills and professional development.
Discipline
Be deliberate and methodical in your approach to the work.
Honesty
Act with integrity and transparency.
Communication
Seek to validate and understand each other’s thinking.
Leadership
Take responsibility for your work and honor your obligations to the client and each other.
Learning
Ask hard questions and listen to the uncomfortable answers.
Where We Work
Our Corporate Offices
We are headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, with offices in Boston, Chicago, New York, Orlando, and Philadelphia.
Our Los Angeles office offers a dynamic, transit-accessible workspace with ergonomic seating, standing desks, natural light, and a wellness room. It is located downtown, near the city’s cultural and entertainment hubs.
EXPLORE
Ready to Explore What’s Next?
Whether you are early in your career or an experienced professional, we invite you to explore opportunities to grow with us.