Finance Director - Real Estate

JR United Kingdom; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly expanding Real Estate investment firm is seeking a Finance Director to help establish new fund structures and manage finance operations as it grows. This position offers the opportunity to shape financial strategies and lead a team in a changing business landscape. Strong experience in real estate fund management and an enthusiasm for leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Finance Director in real estate.
• Experience in setting up new fund structures.
• Strong operational and strategic finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structuring of new institutional funds.
• Develop an existing team and manage relationships with banking partners.
• Implement a comprehensive finance function including FP&A and financial reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Finance

Team Development

Education

Fully qualified accountant

Job description

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Client:

Trace Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

We’re working exclusively with this well-established Real Estate investor who has recently secured significant funding, leading to substantial growth opportunities!

This role has been created as a direct result of this growth and presents an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding business over the next 24 months and beyond.

You’ll need experience in property / real estate investment funds, as we require someone to establish several new fund structures from both a financial and operational perspective.

• Partner the MD and CEO in establishing several new institutional funds
• Lead the structuring of these funds and appoint appropriate third-party providers
• Implement a best-in-practice finance function, including FP&A, financial reporting, and tax
• Utilize technology to enhance commercial and performance reporting capabilities
• Lead and develop an existing team, increasing team size as needed
• Manage all external banking relationships and lead funding initiatives as the business grows
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting activities
• As the business scales, lead strategic growth initiatives, including outsourcing, operational structuring, and developing a team suited for growth

This is a new opportunity, allowing you to shape your role. You should be comfortable with ambiguity and adaptable to a changing landscape as the business evolves.

You need to be comfortable and excited by this.

Essential Experience Needed:

• Demonstrable experience as a Finance Director
• Fully qualified accountant with proven experience in real estate fund management
• Ideally, experience in institutional credit
• A strong enthusiasm for leading and developing a team
• Experience in setting up new fund structures
• Strong operational and strategic finance experience—this is not a reporting-only role
• Enthusiasm and passion for building an exceptional business
• Confidence without arrogance

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a superb leadership team in a thriving business.

The role will be busy, with ample scope for personal development, and you will have the opportunity to lead and implement your own strategies.

It's an excellent role for someone with the right industry experience.