Director - Real Estate Private Equity Transactions

Selby Jennings; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent European real estate investment firm seeks a strategic Director for Real Estate Private Equity Transactions. The role involves managing the full lifecycle of transactions, from origination to execution and asset management. Candidates should have extensive experience in real estate investments and strong financial modeling skills. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team committed to excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in real estate private equity or investment banking.
• Proven track record in executing complex real estate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new investment opportunities across Europe.
• Lead structuring and negotiation of complex real estate deals.
• Prepare high-impact presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Finance

Economics

Tools

Financial Modelling

Valuation

Deal Structuring

Job description

Director - Real Estate Private Equity Transactions

Director - Real Estate Private Equity Transactions

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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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Investment Management

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