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RE Investment Assistant VP of Living for European arm of well-capitalised global PE Real Estate fund. The role will focus on sourcing, DD and underwriting mid-large ticket investments to facilitate AUM growth, as well as investing in new development pipeline.
Client Details
Our client is a globally renowned PE Real Estate fund deploying capital into both direct real estate and Op-Co's across all segments of Living. They have decades of experience and track-record delivering returns in Single & Multi-Family BtR, PBSA, Later Living, Urban & Co-Living and are currently in a period of high growth / portfolio expansion. They are committed to, and have numerous examples of, accelerating careers for high performers.
Description
This position supports the full investment life-cycle, from sourcing and underwriting to execution and oversight of AM delivery to ensure value-add projects are delivered. The role involves analysis, transaction management, and collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Deal origination, prep and present to IC including financing recommendations.
- Manage DD on all acquisitions, coordinating with external advisors / 3rd parties.
- Run consistent portfolio update reports - managing relevant internal teams to deliver.
- Build and maintain relationships with brokers, other equity partners, lenders, lawyers, consultants, and internal teams.
- Perform detailed financial analysis and underwriting, including multi-tier waterfall modelling, ensuring alignment with Development, Asset Management and Ops.
- Negotiate debt term sheets and agreements, navigating internal approval processes with legal support.
- Assist with asset management, value-add strategies, and disposals (once business plans have been met / value delivered).
- Support training and development of junior team members in financial modelling and investment best practice.
- Prepare reports and analysis, where relevant across HR (within Op-Co's), finance, and operations; monitor and report on market, industry, and competitor trends.
Profile
The successful Real Estate Assistant VP should have:
- BSc / MSc in Real Estate, Real Estate Finance, Economics, Business Management or STEM subjects
- Highly advanced Excel skills
- Significant experience and deal track-record in Living sectors: BtR and PBSA are essential, with Later Living and Urban / Co-Living desirable.
- Ability to assess sensitivities and risks.
- Excellent numeracy and accuracy in cash flow management, budgeting, and reporting, including experience working with Op-Co's.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication; skilled in presenting complex information and influencing stakeholders.
- Ability to research, analyse and present financial data effectively.
- Highly organised with solid project management skills; ability to manage multiple work-streams under pressure.
- Collaborative team player with adaptability and a results-driven mindset.
- Leadership experience, including recruiting and managing high-performing teams - track record of transferring knowledge and skills to junior team members.
Job Offer
Competitive fixed and variable compensation + benefits.
