Director - Real Estate Private Equity Transactions

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European real estate investment firm is seeking a Director for Real Estate Private Equity Transactions in London. The role involves overseeing the full lifecycle of transactions, including origination, execution, and asset management. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in real estate private equity or investment banking, with advanced financial modelling skills and a strong academic background in finance or economics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in real estate private equity or investment banking.
• Strong academic background in finance or economics.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new investment opportunities across Europe.
• Lead structuring and negotiation of complex real estate deals.
• Build and review sophisticated financial models.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Finance

Economics

Tools

Financial Modelling

Valuation

Deal Structuring

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Director - Real Estate Private Equity Transactions, london

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Client:

Selby Jennings

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Company Overview

A leading, independent European real estate investment firm is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director to join its dynamic team. With a track record of over €5 billion in transactions and a reputation for delivering exceptional returns across market cycles, this firm operates at the forefront of complex, cross-border real estate private equity investments. The company is known for its entrepreneurial culture, deep domain expertise, and long-standing partnerships with global institutional investors.

Role Responsibilities

As a director, you will play a pivotal role in the full lifecycle of real estate private equity transactions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Origination: Identifying and developing new investment opportunities across Europe, leveraging an extensive network of industry contacts.
• Transaction Execution: Leading the structuring, underwriting, and negotiation of complex real estate deals, including sale and leasebacks, portfolio acquisitions, and corporate-backed real estate transactions.
• Financial Modelling: Building and reviewing sophisticated financial models to assess investment viability and returns.
• Presentation & Reporting: Preparing and delivering high-impact presentations and investment committee materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Asset Management & Exit Strategy: Overseeing post-acquisition performance, driving value creation, and executing strategic exits including refinancings, break-up strategies, or REIT conversions.

Role Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 10 years in real estate private equity, investment banking, or Big Four, with a strong focus on real estate investments.
• Expertise: Proven track record in executing and managing complex real estate transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Technical Skills: Advanced financial modelling, valuation, and deal structuring capabilities.
• Languages: Fluency in English is essential; additional European languages are highly desirable.
• Education: Strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related field; professional qualifications (e.g., ACA, CFA) are a plus.
• Soft Skills: Strategic thinker with excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team with a strong entrepreneurial ethos and a commitment to excellence. If you are passionate about real estate private equity and thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.