Senior Investment Professional - Real Estate (Transactions)

InforCapital; Sydney; On-site; AUD 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

QIC Real Estate in Sydney, Australia seeks a Senior Investment Professional (Director) to lead private equity real estate transactions. You will identify opportunities, oversee due diligence, build financial models, and structure deals end-to-end.

Key responsibilities include sourcing deals, leading negotiations, presenting to investment committees, and guiding junior colleagues while driving value creation across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in private equity real estate.
• Proven ability to lead complex real estate transactions.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and origination of private equity real estate opportunities.
• Lead all phases of the investment process from screening to closing.
• Perform due diligence, build financial models, valuation analyses, structure deals, and negotiate terms.
• Manage asset performance and value-enhancement initiatives.
• Mentor and guide junior investment professionals.

Job description

LocationSydney, Australia## About This Role**Key Opportunity:** QIC Real Estate is seeking a Director-level Senior Investment Professional to lead significant real estate private equity transactions. This role offers a compelling opportunity to drive investment strategy and execution within a leading global investment manager.**Firm Overview:** QIC Real Estate is a prominent institutional investment firm with a dedicated focus on real estate private equity. The firm manages substantial capital on behalf of its clients, investing across a range of property sectors and geographies, aiming to deliver long-term value through active management and strategic transactions.**The Role:**As a Senior Investment Professional (Director) for Real Estate Transactions, you will be instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and executing private equity real estate investments. Based in Sydney, Australia, this position requires a seasoned professional with a demonstrated track record in complex real estate transactions.**Key Responsibilities:***Investment Sourcing and Origination:*\* Proactively identify and assess new private equity real estate investment opportunities that align with QIC Real Estate's investment mandates and strategy. This includes market research, networking, and developing a robust deal pipeline.*Transaction Leadership and Execution:*\* Lead all phases of the investment process from initial screening through to closing. This involves conducting comprehensive due diligence, developing detailed financial models, performing valuation analyses, structuring deals, and negotiating terms with counterparties. You will oversee legal documentation and ensure efficient transaction execution.*Strategic Analysis and Recommendation:*\* Formulate investment theses, prepare detailed investment committee memoranda, and present recommendations to senior leadership and investment committees. This requires a deep understanding of real estate markets, risk assessment, and value creation drivers.*Portfolio Management Support:*\* Contribute to the ongoing management and performance monitoring of acquired assets. Work closely with asset management teams to identify and implement value-enhancement initiatives, monitor market conditions, and support divestment strategies when appropriate.*Stakeholder Engagement:*\* Cultivate and maintain relationships with brokers, developers, operating partners, and other market participants. Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including legal, finance, and asset management, to ensure seamless transaction execution and portfolio oversight.*Team Development:*\* Mentor and guide junior investment professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and contributing to the development of the investment team.**Location:** Sydney, Australia.**Compensation:** Competitive and commensurate with experience, reflecting the seniority and impact of this role within QIC Real Estate.**Candidate Profile:**The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in private equity real estate, with a focus on transactions. A proven ability to lead complex deals, strong analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills are essential. This role demands a proactive individual who can operate autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment.