Equity Residential reviews

4.2

79% would recommend to a friend

(1,121 total reviews)
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Mark Parrell

87% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Equity Residential has an employee rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars, based on 1,121 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Equity Residential employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Real Estate industry (3.6 stars).

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3.0
Oct 11, 2024
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Pros

Mentorship and diversity is great

Cons

Too many tasks assigned to one person

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Equity Residential Response
1y
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you appreciated the mentorship and diversity at Equity Residential. We take your concerns about workload seriously, as we strive to create a balanced environment for all employees. Your insights are valuable as we continue to improve our operations. We wish you the best.
5.0
Oct 8, 2024

Work Experience Review

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Pros

My time as an Investment Analyst at Equity Residential has been incredibly rewarding, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. One of the biggest pros of the role is the learning environment. The learning curve is steep but highly rewarding, as you gain exposure to a variety of deal processes, from initial due diligence to finalizing transactions. This hands-on experience provides a deep understanding of the real estate investment landscape. A major advantage of the role is the level of deal exposure. Analysts are involved in various stages of the deal process, providing a unique opportunity to see how deals are structured and executed. This is complemented by the collaborative nature of the work, as you have the chance to interact with different teams across the company, including asset management, finance, and operations. This cross-functional collaboration is not only enriching but also gives a holistic view of how various elements contribute to successful investments. Another key benefit is the potential for growth. With the high pace of learning and the continuous exposure to new challenges, there is a lot of room for career advancement. Equity Residential fosters an environment where initiative and hard work are recognized, making it a great place for those looking to advance within the field of real estate investment.

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One of the main challenges of the Investment Analyst role at is prioritizing the workload, especially when you're starting out. The learning curve is steep, which can make the initial adjustment period quite intense. Balancing multiple projects, tight deadlines, and the detailed nature of the analysis required can be stressful, particularly as you work to master the various aspects of the deal processes. However, this intensity can also be seen as a part of the growth experience, as it encourages you to quickly adapt and build strong time management skills.

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Equity Residential Response
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Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience as an Investment Analyst at Equity Residential has been so rewarding. It's great to know that you appreciate the steep learning curve, deal exposure, and collaborative environment that we strive to provide. We understand that balancing multiple projects can be challenging, especially when starting out, but it's fantastic to see you embracing these opportunities for growth. We’re excited to have you on our team and look forward to supporting your continued success!
3.0
Oct 4, 2024

Frustration

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Pros

Equity has a strong and positive culture where everyone supports one another, and you feel welcome to contribute ideas.

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Equity simply does not staff their communities properly, which leads to tremendous stress on those operating the individual properties. Lack of staffing is a constant with Equity, and residents ultimately pay the price. They believe in "FLEX" staffing, wherein they share staff members between several properties, as needed. Shoestring staffing is how I like to consider this practice, and although employees question why they will not staff properly, nothing changes.

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Equity Residential Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you appreciate the strong and positive culture at Equity Residential. We recognize the concerns you’ve raised about staffing levels and want to assure you that we have a dedicated Talent Acquisition team actively working to ensure our communities are adequately staffed. Your insights are valuable as we continuously strive to enhance the support for our teams. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
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