Analyst - Feasibility & Development

Advanced Search; Capital Governorate; On-site; BHD 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Search is seeking a Development Analyst to support the analysis and research for Hotels, F&B, and allied businesses within a fast-paced hospitality group. You will assist the Development Team with financial modelling, due diligence, and data gathering to maintain a strong development pipeline.

The role requires a BA/BS in finance or real estate (CFA II a plus) and 2–3 years of financial analysis experience in related sectors. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in finance or real estate is preferred.
• CFA Level II is desirable.
• 2–3 years of financial analysis experience in hotel, consulting, banking, brokerage, or real estate investment.
• Strong analytical ability and advanced Excel skills.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Keeps confidentiality of data.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Self-starter and solution-oriented.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial modelling.
• Conduct financial and operational analysis for development projects.
• Coordinate due diligence and valuation with cross-functional teams.
• Gather operating data and research industry trends.
• Liaise with internal teams and external associates.
• Assist in preparing high-quality reports and PowerPoint presentations.
• Oversee centralization of project information and documents.
• Present findings in professional report format for senior leadership.
• Adapt to changing work environment and priorities.

Skills

Financial analysis

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/real estate

CFA Level II

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role PurposeOur client is a leading hospitality group with a long history of providing exceptional service. The company's portfolio includes a variety of properties, both domestically and internationally.This position supports the Development Team in the analysis and research needed to continue developing Hotels, F&B, and other allied businesses. This role is critical to ensuring the Development team can focus on maintaining a strong development pipeline, as well as supporting the execution of business acquisition and development deals in a fast-paced/changing environment.

Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Activities

• Prepare financial modelling
• Conduct financial and operational analysis (leverage various reports, systems, internet, etc.) as needed for input to development projects
• Coordinate and support financial due diligence and valuation processes in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Gather operating data and research industry trends
• Liaise with internal teams (hotels, corporate office) as well as external associates and clients
• Assist in due diligence processes, in coordination with multiple internal stakeholders and departments
• Assist in the preparation of high-quality reports and PowerPoint presentations
• Oversee the centralization of all project information, including presentation materials, agreements, due diligence reports and other documentation
• Support the enhancement of the development team’s processes and procedures
• Present findings in professional report format (as input to senior leader decision-making)
• Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events

• BA or BS Degree; a concentration in finance or real estate is a plus; CFA Level 2
• 2-3 years of financial analysis work experience at a hotel company, consulting firm, bank, brokerage, or real estate investment firm
• Modelling skills (particularly financial projections)
• Strong analytical and advanced Excel skills
• Understanding of investment return analysis is an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all colleagues' and the company's data
• High attention to detail
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality
• Self-starter, solution-oriented
• Ability to prioritize, perform multiple duties and track projects
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to work well within a diverse corporate environment
• Ability to communicate well with colleagues at several levels of colleagues