Reflections on a Hiring Outlook for 2011
This week between the Christmas holiday and New Years is a great time to unwind, reflect on the past year, and map strategies for the year ahead. Many companies have also decided to close for the week, an incredible no-cost benefit for their employees and a great way to engender loyalty among the workforce. On that note, with a recovery increasingly in gear, employers should be reflecting on retention of their employees as recruiting activity begins anew in the year ahead. Some hiring managers have not adjusted their view, thinking they are secure because it is still a buyers market. Not so. Our outlook is that 2011 will see hiring activity at all levels, albeit at a moderate pace. To be sure, the top performers on your bench will get numerous recruiting calls come the first of the year. On that happy note, best wishes for a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!

Tony LoPinto is a senior client partner and head of Korn//Ferry International’s Real Estate Practice and founder of SelectLeaders. The views expressed in this article are the author’s own.

THE PALMER TEAM
Capital Markets Partner
(SACRAMENTO) The partner will be responsible for underwriting, marketing, structuring debt and equity, and the management of client relationships; among other duties.

GREYSTAR INVESTMENT GROUP
Director of Real Estate
(MCLEAN, VA) The director will formulates the annual goals and business plan in line with the Company’s strategic goals, and develops budget(s) for the assigned portfolio and markets; oversees the operating performance of and compliance with the Company’s property management procedures and policies; and supervises the staffing and talent acquisition for the assigned markets and portfolios; among other duties.

VESTA EQUITY, LLC
Investment Analyst
(SARASOTA, FL) The analyst will handle initial reviews of new opportunities, including financial analyses and cash flow/return modeling, for potential investments; work directly with management in assessing potential opportunities and being directly involved in the diligence and approval process; and research properties, markets and borrowers through various means to validate findings; among other duties.

TRIMONT REAL ESTATE ADVISORS
Vice President of Asset Servicing
(ATLANTA) The VP will be responsible for development, management and leadership of TriMont servicing personnel; coordination of staffing activities including hiring new employees, preparing annual and mid-year reviews, and providing guidance in the development of middle managers and staff; overseeing workload assignments to ensure turnaround requirements are met and ensure maximum productivity while maintaining quality service standards; and development and implementation of policies and procedures, training curriculum, and performance metrics; among other duties.

PRUDENTIAL
Principal, Marketing
(PARSIPPANY, NJ) The principal will develop and maintain a high level of contact with assigned clients and consultants ensuring that appropriate management will be involved with any key clients on a planned basis; and, where necessary, assist investors in developing their strategy by using the resources of Prudential; and implement key account program for designated clients in the assigned territory; among other duties.

PIEDMONT OFFICE REALTY TRUST
Analyst – Asset Management
(JOHNS CREEK, GA) The analyst will maintain integrity of assigned ARGUS models on a regular basis, will include; and provide analytical support for Asset Managers, which will include, but not limited to; and monitor property performance, such as the review of monthly financial statements, accounts receivable balances, capital expenditure activity, etc.; among other duties.

CENTERLINE CAPITAL GROUP
Senior Transaction/Execution Associate
(NEW YORK CITY) The associate will shepherd each deal through to final closing, including financial modeling; maintain constant communication with acquisitions, underwriting, fund originations, developers and outside legal on status of each transaction; and prepare investment memorandums; among other duties.

CB RICHARD ELLIS
Project Coordinator
(ORILLIA, ONTARIO) The project coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of minor base-building projects, workspace changes as well as design and office services; deal directly with the client, facility managers and contractors to coordinate and successfully complete projects initiated; and developing the scope and specifications, obtaining quotations and administering the successful completion of the project that also includes monitoring contractor performance; among other duties.

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