Real Estate Investment Associate

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Health benefits

Exposure to real estate strategies

Salary growth potential

Team learning culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks a motivated Real Estate Investment Associate to support acquisition and management of local real estate investments. You will assist with market research, financial analysis, and due diligence for potential properties, under guidance from senior team members.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in a related field, with strong analytics and Excel skills, internship experience, and a keen interest in real estate finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Internship or entry-level experience in real estate, finance, or investment analysis is desirable.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel.
• Excellent research and data gathering abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Familiarity with the Soweto property market is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the identification and evaluation of potential real estate investment opportunities in Soweto and surrounding areas.
• Conduct market research, including demographic analysis, competitor analysis, and property comparables.
• Support senior associates in performing financial analysis, including valuation, cash flow modeling, and ROI calculations.
• Assist with the due diligence process for potential acquisitions, reviewing property documents and reports.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and reports for internal review and decision-making.
• Monitor the performance of existing investments and assist in asset management activities.

Skills

Market research

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Data gathering

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Real Estate Investment Associate to join their dynamic team in Soweto . This role is ideal for an ambitious individual eager to contribute to the acquisition and management of real estate investments within a growing market. You will support senior team members in conducting market research, financial analysis, and due diligence for potential investment properties. We are looking for a proactive candidate with a strong analytical aptitude and a keen interest in real estate finance, who can assist in identifying value-creation opportunities and contribute to the successful execution of investment strategies in the Soweto region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the identification and evaluation of potential real estate investment opportunities in Soweto and surrounding areas.
• Conduct market research, including demographic analysis, competitor analysis, and property comparables.
• Support senior associates in performing financial analysis, including valuation, cash flow modeling, and return on investment (ROI) calculations.
• Assist with the due diligence process for potential acquisitions, reviewing property documents and reports.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and reports for internal review and decision-making.
• Monitor the performance of existing investments and assist in asset management activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Previous internship or entry-level experience in real estate, finance, or investment analysis is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent research and data gathering abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with the Soweto property market is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with opportunities for salary growth based on performance.
• Mentorship and training from experienced real estate investment professionals.
• Exposure to a wide range of real estate investment strategies and transactions.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Supportive team culture focused on learning and development in the Soweto market.