Analyst - Southern Europe Acquisitions

J.P. MORGAN; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm, J.P. Morgan is seeking an Analyst for its Southern Europe Acquisitions team. This role involves underwriting acquisitions and requires a strong background in real estate, with responsibilities including financial modeling and coordination during due diligence. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, a solid work ethic, and fluency in English and Italian.

Qualifications

• Experience in real estate, private equity firm or investment banking is required.
• Fluency in English and Italian is essential.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite prospective acquisitions and prepare business plans.
• Coordinate external advisors during due diligence.
• Support negotiations with third-party lenders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong work ethic

Verbal communication

Written communication

Quantitative skills

Education

University degree (First class or upper second class honours)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.

The Global Real Assets group manages commingled funds and separately mandated accounts which invest in real estate, infrastructure and maritime assets around the world. Overall, the group consists of functions such as acquisitions, asset management, finance and control, research, product development and client service. Together, they raise capital, underwrite potential investments, perform due diligence and negotiate closing documentation with respect to new transactions, manage the assets to add value throughout the ownership period and then manage the disposition process – all with an eye toward maximizing the risk-adjusted return on each investment for the clients.

As an Analyst - Southern Europe Acquisitions you will be responsible for underwriting acquisitions, taking responsibility for financial modelling and preparing business plans.

Job Responsibilities

• Underwrite prospective acquisitions, taking responsibility for financial modelling and preparing business plans.
• Coordinate external advisors during due diligence
• Support negotiations with third-party lenders
• Work alongside joint venture partners on prospective acquisitions
• Investment Committee reporting
• Disposal strategy and execution

Required Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills

• Experience or specialization in real estate, in a private equity firm or investment banking
• Highly motivated and a self-starter with a strong work ethic
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a small team environment
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Good judgment and discretion working with highly confidential information
• University degree (First class or upper second class honours)
• Fluency in English and Italian

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills

• Spanish knowledge would be advantageous
• Exposure to value-add / opportunistic real estate strategies would be preferable