Junior Investment Analyst - Property

BLACKFINCH GROUP LIMITED; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment specialist firm in Gloucester is seeking an individual to assist with investment analyses and property lending research. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, a degree, and a keen interest in the UK real estate market. This role offers opportunities for progression within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast paced professional services environment.
• Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness.
• Interest in UK real estate market.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a drive to develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist Investment Analysts with commercial appraisal and modeling.
• Research new lending opportunities and trends.
• Liaise with external professional advisors.
• Contribute to management information reporting.
• Assist with cashflow forecasting and risk management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Commercial awareness

Education

2:1 degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Blackfinch Group is an award-winning investment specialist. Built on over 20 years of investment track record, the name Blackfinch first came into being on the anniversary of Darwin's birth, 12th February 2013. A trusted provider, we work in partnership with advisers. Our businesses cover tax-efficient solutions, early stage investing, managed portfolio services, property financing and renewable energy. We're proud to be entrusted with over £850 million in assets under management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting Investment Analysts with commercial appraisal and modeling of new property lending deals.
• Research on new lending opportunities and property industry trends.
• Liaising with external professional advisors, such as valuation surveyors and financial brokers.
• Contributing to the creation and reporting of management information, including analysing property loan book metrics and key data trends.
• Working with other areas of the business, such as marketing, technical and legal on information requests.
• Assisting Investment Managers with cashflow forecasting and risk management meetings.
• Contributing toward process improvements and automation to produce efficiencies within the team.
• Providing administrative support including drafting meeting agendas, taking minutes and organising events.
• Undertake any additional duties commensurate with this level of role as required by either the CEO, CIO or directors.
• Regular attendance across the country at industry networking events, client days and site visits with advisors.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a fast paced professional services environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and judgement.
• A demonstrated interest or experience in property, in particular the UK real estate market.
• An excellent team player, taking a pro-active approach to support colleagues and the success of the team.
• Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills.
• High level organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Self-motivated and ambitious, demonstrating a drive to develop your own skills and knowledge.
• Experience in financial modeling is not required, but proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel, is essential.
• A desire to progress within the team to Investment Manager after a few years.

• Essential Hold a 2:1 degree or equivalent qualification and have excellent academics.
• Desirable To either hold, be working towards or be prepared to work towards professional qualifications.