Associate, Portfolio & Asset Management

Heitman LLC; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in real estate investment management is seeking an Associate for their London office within the Portfolio & Asset Management group. The role focuses on overseeing real estate investments and performing portfolio management tasks, requiring strong financial modeling skills and experience in real estate investment strategies.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Bonus eligibility

Generous annual bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in real estate portfolio/asset management.
• Advanced Excel proficiency required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate investments and portfolio management tasks.
• Develop and analyze financial models to evaluate performance.
• Support and improve portfolio management processes.

Skills

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Argus

Job description

Our London office is seeking an Associate to join our Real Estate Private Equity team within the Portfolio & Asset Management group. This is a key role for a highly analytical and commercially minded individual with strong Excel modelling skills and a proven understanding of real estate investment and asset management. The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of assets and strategies, supporting performance at both the fund and asset level, while contributing to the strategic direction of our investments across the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Oversee and manage several real estate investments and perform portfolio management workstreams across various Heitman-managed funds and separate accounts.
2. Develop, maintain, and analyze portfolio- and asset-level financial models to evaluate performance and support decision-making.
3. Evaluate value-add initiatives across the portfolio, including scenario analysis on tenant proposals, hold/sell analysis, and debt restructuring. Assist with the preparation of approval papers.
4. Provide ad-hoc portfolio-level information and analysis to key stakeholders and investors.
5. Work with the wider team to produce quarterly reports, annual business plans and budgets (with interim updates), and portfolio performance reports for senior management and stakeholders.
6. Oversee the execution of leasing strategies, capital expenditure plans, and value creation initiatives.
7. Identify opportunities to enhance the value and performance of real estate assets through strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
8. Monitor and manage third-party property managers and joint venture partners.
9. Maintain accurate records of portfolio-level activities and performance metrics.
10. Support the external valuation process and review third-party appraisals.
11. Support and improve portfolio management processes.
12. Prepare materials for investment committees, senior management, and investors, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and a high level of attention to detail.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in real estate portfolio/asset management or related fields.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); Argus experience is a plus.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders is a plus.

We are looking for great candidates who have a unique combination of experiences, traits, and talents. We encourage you to apply even if you meet some, but not all, of the qualifications. If much of this job description describes you, we want to talk!

Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here.

At Heitman, we believe that our success depends on our team members. We offer competitive compensation, including bonus eligibility and a generous annual bonus plan, with the percentage based on your role and level. As we grow, so do you!

In line with our People First core value, we provide rewarding careers focused on personal and professional growth, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Click here to view the details of our benefits.

Additional Information:

• Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non-expired driver’s license.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, and other protected categories.