Senior Development Analyst

Strand Hill

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading real estate development firm in London is seeking a Senior Development Analyst to monitor performance and identify investment opportunities. Responsibilities include preparing development appraisals, producing funding reports, and assessing financial statements. Ideal candidates will have experience in the property industry, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach. This full-time role offers opportunities to work independently in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Experience in the property or real estate industry.
Advanced numerical, statistical and analytical skills.
Experience with property cashflows and financial modelling.
Understanding of investment and development principles.
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work independently.
Strong commercial acumen and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

Monitor performance of existing schemes and identify new investment opportunities.
Prepare and review development appraisals.
Produce funding reports for equity and debt partners.
Assist with development finance conditions precedent.
Support bank drawdowns and monitor loan covenants.
Prepare presentations for senior management and board meetings.
Assess financial statements of prospective tenants.
Report on sustainability metrics.
Maintain development databases and support new bids.
Prepare market analysis for acquisition opportunities.
Conduct site visits and attend launches and networking events.

Skills

Experience in the property or real estate industry

Advanced numerical, statistical, and analytical skills

Experience with property cashflows and financial modelling

Attention to detail

Strong commercial acumen

Commercial acumen & entrepreneurial

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

A leading real estate developer and investment manager, specialising in value-add and sustainable development of industrial & commercial properties across the UK and Europe, is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Senior Development Analyst. The business manages a substantial and diverse portfolio, combining integrated investment, development and project management capabilities to deliver market-leading results for institutional investors and JV partners.

The range is provided by Strand Hill. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The Role

The Senior Development Analyst will play a key role in monitoring the performance of existing schemes and identifying new investment opportunities. Working closely with the Development team, responsibilities will include:

Preparing, updating, and reviewing development appraisals in line with evolving project data.
Producing funding reports for equity and debt partners.
Assisting with development finance conditions precedent and coordinating required information.
Supporting bank drawdowns, monitoring loan covenants, and addressing cost overruns.
Preparing quarterly presentations for senior management and board meetings.
Assessing financial statements of prospective tenants and contractors to inform risk decisions.
Collating and reporting sustainability metrics.
Maintaining development databases and supporting new bid submissions.
Preparing initial reports and market analysis to support acquisition opportunities.
Conducting site visits and attending relevant launches, events, and networking functions.

Key Skills & Experience

Experience in the property or real estate industry.
Advanced numerical, statistical, and analytical skills.
Experience with property cashflows, financial modelling, and an understanding of investment and development principles.
Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong commercial acumen, entrepreneurial mindset, and a proactive approach.

Seniority level