Analyst, Real estate

Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment group based in London is seeking an Analyst to join their Real Estate Investment team. The ideal candidate will support senior team members through the investment lifecycle, engaging in financial modelling and market analysis while also due diligence and asset performance optimisation. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and a Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of relevant experience. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in real estate private equity, investment banking, or corporate finance.
• Advanced financial modelling skills (DCF, LBO, debt structuring).
• Knowledge of various real estate asset classes.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain and audit financial models.
• Underwrite complex capital structures and analyze debt financing options.
• Prepare investment committee materials including detailed presentation packs.
• Conduct site visits and property inspections.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, real estate, engineering, mathematics, or related discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Overview

Become invested in the community! Join a global investment group and take pride in helping build a sustainable future.

At La Caisse:

• We value your unique contribution to a world-class team.

• We give you work that allows you to flourish and excel.

• We offer opportunities to learn from experts who generously share their knowledge.

• We are fully invested so that you can fulfil our mission every day.

Over the years, we have built a strong culture based on four pillars: ambition to push ourselves further, accountability to bring our convictions to life, openness to grow through creative ideas, and collaboration to drive us toward the best outcomes.

Job Description

Within CDPQ London’s Real estate investment team, the selected candidate supports senior team members across all aspects of the investment lifecycle, from sourcing to portfolio management. They contribute to the evaluation of direct and platform-level investments across a range of sectors and geographies, with responsibilities spanning financial modelling, market analysis, due diligence, and asset performance optimisation.

The analyst will have the opportunity to gain broad exposure in a high-performing, entrepreneurial real estate team investing institutional capital in complex, large-scale opportunities.

What you will do

• Build, maintain and audit financial models (DCF, LBO structures, residual analysis, development appraisal, JV waterfalls, and sensitivity/scenario analyses);
• Underwrite complex capital structures, analyse debt financing options, develop interest rate hedging strategies, and support the execution of debt packages from term sheet through closing;
• Prepare investment committee materials including detailed presentation packs;
• Engage directly with brokers, consultants, and partners to gather critical inputs for transaction evaluation/underwriting;
• Coordinate internal and external workstreams during due diligence, including legal, tax, technical, and financial review;
• Support the origination process by screening potential investment opportunities against established investment criteria;
• Conduct site visits and property inspections as part of the due diligence process;

• Assist with quarterly and annual portfolio reporting, business plan updates, and reforecasting;
• Contribute to value creation planning and execution in coordination with operating partners and senior management;
• Monitor KPIs across assets and identify risks and opportunities in performance;
• Monitor sustainability metrics and ESG performance across the portfolio.

• Conduct research on markets, sectors, operators, and macro trends to support investment theses and identify emerging opportunities and risks;
• Support relationship management with operating partners, brokers, and other industry contacts.

What makes you unique

• Analytical skills with strong attention to detail, high integrity, and professional maturity;
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively;
• Strong interpersonal skills with a genuine team-oriented approach and excellent communication;

• Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners;

• Problem-solving mindset with ability to work independently when required.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) in finance, economics, real estate, engineering, mathematics, or a related discipline;
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in real estate private equity, investment banking, corporate finance, or a real estate investment platform;
• Advanced financial modelling skills (DCF, LBO, debt structuring, JV waterfalls);
• Knowledge of real estate asset classes (office, residential, industrial, retail, alternatives) and their operational characteristics;
• Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word;
• Mastery of English and French, both spoken and written, and additional knowledge of German, or Spanish being an asset;
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK and abroad.

Feeling that my role is important. Having fun every day. Growing in step with my ambitions. Earning compensation that reflects my contribution. That’s the professional experience La Caisse offers!

We carefully review each application and directly contact those selected for an interview.

La Caisse offers equal employment opportunities to everyone. Women, visible/ethnic minorities, Indigenous people and individuals with disabilities are all encouraged to apply. La Caisse is also committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion as key values and sees them as a source of enrichment and pride for all its employees.* Please let us know if you require adopted measures for the recruiting process.

*Studies show that women and individuals from groups that are traditionally underrepresented are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements. If you’re interested in this job but you don’t meet all the criteria, apply anyway!