Associate, Group Investments

ESR SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment firm in Singapore is seeking a driven Associate with at least 4 years of investment experience. This role involves evaluating real estate investment opportunities, conducting financial modeling, and preparing investment papers for senior management. The candidate will collaborate with various teams on Mergers & Acquisitions and provide analytical support for portfolio assessments. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships are crucial. The firm offers a dynamic environment focused on excellence and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in real estate investment or similar role.
• Proficient in financial modelling and valuation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate real estate investment opportunities across varied asset classes.
• Develop sophisticated financial models for deal analysis.
• Draft investment memos and presentations for committees.
• Conduct market research and compete benchmarking for investment strategy.
• Coordinate due diligence with external advisors.
• Provide analytical support for portfolio reviews and performance tracking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from a top-tier university

Job description

ESR is seeking a driven and analytical Associate with minimum 4 years of investment experience to join the Group Investment Team. The candidate will independently evaluate real estate investment opportunities, conduct in-depth financial modelling, and prepare high-quality investment papers as well as ad-hoc analysis to support strategic decision making by ESR senior management.

The candidate will also work with key stakeholders across the broader business, including the Group Strategy & Investments team on Mergers & Acquisitions opportunities and the in-country investment teams on key projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Investment Evaluation
• Independently assess potential real estate investment opportunities across various asset classes and geographies, including both equity and debt structures
• Financial Modelling
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to analyze deal-level economics, sensitivity scenarios, and return metrics (e.g., IRR, equity multiple, cash-on-cash)
• Investment Papers
• Draft clear and compelling investment memos and presentations for internal investment committees and senior leadership, outlining the strategic rationale, risks, and recommendations.
• Market Research & Analysis
• Conduct macro and micro-level market research, competitive benchmarking, and due diligence to inform underwriting assumptions and investment strategy
• Due Diligence Coordination
• Liaise with brokers, partners, legal counsel, and other external advisors to facilitate deal execution
• Ad-hoc Analysis
• Provide on-demand analytical support to senior management, including portfolio reviews, hold/sell analysis, and performance tracking
• Internal Investment Support
• Review potential investment opportunities proposed by the broader business and work with Group Strategy & Investments team on potential Mergers & Acquisitions opportunities

Qualifications & Experience

• Target candidate will have a minimum of 4 years’ experience working in real estate investment, real estate funds management, real estate private equity, or similar role
• Bachelor’s Degree from top-tier university with an outstanding university academic record
• Position Challenges
• Balancing competing priorities
• Adhering to important deadlines whilst maintaining accurate high-quality outputs
• The ability to work semi-autonomously, delivering well considered output with minimal continuous review and refinement by management
• Managing senior internal and external stakeholders whose opinions may vary, to find consensus and deliver the agreed upon outcome
• Clearly and effectively communicating deliverables with the capability to engage in thoughtful robust debate as required

Key Personal Attributes

• Ability to work and collaborate within a close-knit team structure
• Personal resilience and calm professional demeanor
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly proficient in financial modelling with knowledge of valuation and corporate finance
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts and financial statements
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to engage in strategic thinking
• Clear effective communicator capable of engaging with stakeholders from across the organisation
• Desire to continually strive for professional excellence and ongoing development
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work autonomously and deliver outcomes to agreed timelines
• Enthusiastic and energetic attitude toward both work and personal life