Associate Director - Capital Markets

Praxis Real Estate Management Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary DOE

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days holiday per year plus bankhols

Office closure over festive season

Additional holiday with service

Generous referral scheme

Private Medical Insurance (medical hx)

Annual Dental benefit inclusive of two

Healthcare Cash Plan

5% Company pension contribution

3x Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme (on-site shower &

Employee Assistance Programme

Group income protection scheme

Job summary

Praxis Group is seeking a highly experienced Associate Director, Capital Markets, to lead investor relations and portfolio management for UK office assets. Based in London, on-site with relocation to Victoria in the new year, you will drive fundraising, analytics, and investment decisions across the portfolio.

You will oversee cash flow models, engage with investors and lenders, and mentor a growing Capital Markets team. A strong track record in UK real estate markets and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in real estate capital markets, real estate private equity or a closely related investment environment.
• Strong understanding of UK commercial real estate, particularly the office sector.
• Excellent financial modelling, Excel and analytical skills.
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn financial analysis into clear, practical recommendations.
• Experience in investor relations, fundraising, debt financing or lender management would be beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with investors and senior stakeholders.
• A proactive, independent approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Previous leadership, mentoring or team development experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Investor Relations & Fundraising: Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective investors through regular communication and meetings.
• Investor Reporting & Analysis: Prepare quarterly investor reports covering asset performance, business plan progress, risks and opportunities.
• Fund & Portfolio Management: Oversee asset-level cash flow models and provide financial insight to support investment decisions.
• Team Development: Take ownership of projects and mentor colleagues.

Skills

Financial modelling

Excel

Analytical skills

Investor relations

Debt financing

Leadership

Communication

UK real estate capital markets

Job description

Associate Director - Capital Markets

Department: Investment Management

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London

Description

Key information:

• Location: On-site, Knightsbridge with scheduled relocation to Victoria in the new year
• Title: Associate Director, Capital Markets – Investor Relations & Portfolio Management
• Experience: 8+ years experience in UK real estate capital markets, real estate private equity or a closely related investment environment. Must have experience with UK office assets.

The Opportunity

Praxis Group is looking for an experienced, commercially minded Associate Director with capital markets experience and a strong understanding of the UK office sector to join our growing Capital Markets and Portfolio Management team.

This is an exciting time to join Praxis. We are one of the most active acquirers of regional office assets in the UK, with an ambitious growth strategy and an expanding portfolio.

Our Capital Markets team sits at the centre of this activity, working across acquisitions, financing, fundraising, investor relations and asset-level business plan execution.

This is a senior, broad-ranging role offering exposure to the full investment lifecycle. You'll work closely with investors, external lenders, finance and asset management teams, helping drive investment decisions and maximise returns across the portfolio.

We're looking for someone who combines strong financial and analytical skills with commercial judgement, initiative and the confidence to take ownership. Previous leadership or mentoring experience would be an advantage as the team continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Investor Relations & Fundraising

• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective investors through regular communication and meetings.
• Support fundraising initiatives, including preparing investor presentations and exploring new sources of capital.
• Analyse portfolio performance and communicate key asset management initiatives and investment recommendations.

Investor Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare quarterly investor reports covering asset performance, business plan progress, risks and opportunities.
• Produce and review market updates covering capital markets and relevant UK property sector activity.
• Develop financial analysis and investment materials to support investor discussions and commercial decisions.

Fund & Portfolio Management

• Oversee asset-level cash flow models and provide financial insight to support investment decisions.
• Work with asset management teams to assess leasing strategies, capital expenditure, disposals and other value-enhancement opportunities.
• Identify initiatives to improve asset performance and maximise investor returns.
• Work with finance on portfolio valuations and debt covenant compliance.
• Support debt origination, acquisition financing and refinancing, while managing relationships with external lenders.

Team Development

• Contribute to the continued growth of the Capital Markets and Portfolio Management function.
• Take ownership of projects and process improvements, with opportunities to support and mentor colleagues.

Key Skills & Experience

• At least 8 years' experience in real estate capital markets, real estate private equity or a closely related investment environment.
• A strong understanding of UK commercial real estate, particularly the office sector.
• Excellent financial modelling, Excel and analytical skills.
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn financial analysis into clear, practical recommendations.
• Experience in investor relations, fundraising, debt financing or lender management would be beneficial.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with investors and senior stakeholders.
• A proactive, independent approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Previous leadership, mentoring or team development experience is desirable.

Why Join Praxis?

Praxis is a privately owned, vertically integrated UK real estate investment and management group. With significant acquisition activity and ambitious growth plans, this is an opportunity to join an entrepreneurial business where the Capital Markets team plays a central role in investment and portfolio performance.

You’ll benefit from broad investment exposure, direct access to senior decision-makers, meaningful responsibility and the autonomy to influence commercial outcomes.

As the business and team continue to grow, there is also scope to shape processes, develop your expertise and progress your career.

If you have capital markets experience, understand the UK office sector and want to play a key role in an active and growing investment business, we’d welcome your application.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary DOE
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Office closure over festive season
• Additional holiday with service
• Generous referral scheme
• Private Medical Insurance (medical history disregarded)
• Annual Dental benefit inclusive of two appointments per year
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• 5% Company pension contribution
• 3x Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme (on-site shower room facilities & bike parking in majority of head offices)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group income protection scheme

On-site 5 days a week (Knightsbridge with scheduled move to Victoria in the new year)

Values

Professionalism | We consistently seek to exceed expectations. Our people can express themselves fully while upholding the highest standards of conduct, competence, and integrity.

Ownership | Every asset, challenge, and opportunity is treated as our own. We deliver all real estate services in-house — never outsourcing responsibility, accountability, or blame.

Entrepreneurialism | We challenge convention and champion imaginative solutions. Rigorous debate is encouraged, and everyone is empowered to make decisions that elevate performance.

Meritocracy | Results, hard work, and strong ideas matter more than age, tenure, or titles. We are a diverse team that collaborates openly so each person can reach their full potential.

Action This Day | We do not defer or delay. Anything that can be done today, is done today.