Real Estate Investment Analyst

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Real Estate Investment Analyst to join their dynamic London team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with a diverse portfolio of real estate investments, supporting strategic initiatives and enhancing value across the European market. As part of a collaborative environment, you will develop financial models, conduct in-depth analyses, and present findings to senior management, all while gaining invaluable experience in the investment management sector. If you are passionate about real estate and eager to contribute to a high-quality portfolio, this position is an exciting chance to advance your career.

Benefits

Competitive salary and incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Flexible Travel Program

Competitive time off

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required with up to one year of relevant experience.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to perform financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze investment opportunities and ongoing performance using financial models.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for senior management.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Real Estate Investment Analyst

Real Estate Investment Analyst

Apply locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id 5931

The Company

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board (Ontario Teachers') is the administrator of Canada's largest single-profession pension plan, with CAD 247.5 billion in net assets, as of January 2, 2024. We hold a diverse global portfolio of assets, approximately 80% of which is managed in-house. The defined-benefit plan, which is fully funded as of January 1, 2024, invests and administers the pensions of the province of Ontario's 340,000 active and retired teachers. Ontario Teachers' is an independent organization headquartered in Toronto, and our other investment offices are based in London, Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, Sao Paolo, Dallas, San Francisco, and India. We employ more than 1,500 employees globally.

The opportunity

As an Analyst in the Real Estate Group, you will play a key role in supporting the investing and portfolio management activities of OTPP’s European real estate portfolio by analyzing investments, developing value-enhancing initiatives, helping craft strategy, tracking investment performance, supporting asset management, and developing related reports and recommendations to support the Real Estate Group in executing the overall strategy.

This position is ideal for individuals passionate about pursuing a career in real estate and keen to gain exposure to multiple facets of investment management by working across a range of workstreams. Reporting to the Director, Real Estate, the Analyst will be a dynamic resource that works collaboratively with the real estate team to drive value, generate returns and maintain a high-quality real estate portfolio.

Who you’ll work with

Joining our London office, you will work in a dynamic team-based environment, directly supporting senior team members. You will have the chance to define and differentiate yourself and build strategic relationships within the global market.

The Real Estate Group comprises nearly 40 investment professionals across offices in Toronto, Dallas, London, Sao Paulo, and Singapore. The Real Estate Group invests and manages assets across a geographically diverse portfolio of approximately £17 billion with assets in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, including Australia.

Our Real Estate mandate focuses on driving compelling risk-adjusted returns to over 340,000 teachers in Ontario by investing in high-quality real estate assets in desirable asset classes and locations.

What you’ll do

• Build and employ financial modeling tools to analyze investment opportunities and ongoing investment performance
• Assist in the due diligence process and incorporate the findings into a financial model
• Identify key value drivers and financial risks and perform related financial sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Participate in the research, analysis, and execution of strategic projects
• Prepare presentations, reports, and investment & asset management recommendations to senior management
• Review and analyze financial reports, budgets, board books, and other information prepared by management of our portfolio companies
• Support asset management activities and related analysis such as budget tracking, valuations, and capital needs projections

What you’ll need

• Undergraduate degree required
• Up to one year of relevant experience preferably within Real Estate
• Experience in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills and ability to perform in-depth financial modeling analysis
• Strong time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities under demanding timelines, while remaining meticulous
• Proactive attitude, demonstrated ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence others and comfort presenting to senior audiences.

What we're offering

• Pay for performance environment that offers competitive salary and incentives
• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage
• Competitive time off
• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background, and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted, and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded interview as part of the recruitment process.

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Functional Areas: Investments

Requisition ID: 5931

About Us

At Ontario Teachers, we know that our Talent are our greatest strength – every innovation, every idea, and every win has been powered by our people. We offer a work experience that inspires, encourages talent development, celebrates diversity, and rewards superior performance. The best and brightest not only come here – they stay. Help us continue to deliver outstanding service and retirement security to our members and be the world’s leading pension plan. Apply today!

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