Remote Senior Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development budget

Access to research tools

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will identify, evaluate, and execute lucrative real estate investments across asset classes and geographies, driving deal origination and closing while leveraging extensive market knowledge and financial acumen.

The role requires leading due diligence, negotiating terms, and presenting to an Investment Committee.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in real estate acquisitions, investment banking, or corporate real estate finance.
• Exceptional financial modeling, valuation, and underwriting skills.
• Proven ability to source and negotiate complex real estate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and source potential real estate acquisition opportunities through extensive networking, market research, and deal sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including underwriting, valuation, and modeling of potential investments across diverse asset types.
• Lead the due diligence process for target acquisitions, coordinating with legal counsel, consultants, and internal teams.
• Negotiate transaction terms, purchase agreements, and other deal documentation to achieve optimal outcomes for the firm.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, sellers, lenders, and other industry participants to enhance deal flow.
• Prepare and present detailed investment recommendations and presentations to the Investment Committee.
• Manage the entire acquisition process, ensuring efficient execution and timely closing of deals.
• Stay abreast of market trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes impacting real estate investments.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the firm's acquisition strategies.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Underwriting

Deal sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder influence

MS Office

Remote work

Education

MBA or Master’s degree in Finance/Real Estate

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Financial software

Real estate databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading institutional real estate investment firm with a global footprint, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Real Estate Acquisitions Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for identifying, evaluating, and executing lucrative real estate investment opportunities across various asset classes and geographies. As a remote-first professional, you will leverage your extensive market knowledge, financial acumen, and deal-making expertise to source off-market deals and manage the acquisition process from initiation to closing. You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, utilizing cutting-edge technology to drive success. This position offers the ultimate flexibility for a seasoned acquisitions professional seeking to operate at the highest level without geographical constraints, focusing solely on strategic deal origination and execution within the dynamic real estate investment landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and source potential real estate acquisition opportunities through extensive networking, market research, and deal sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including underwriting, valuation, and modeling of potential investments across diverse asset types.
• Lead the due diligence process for target acquisitions, coordinating with legal counsel, consultants, and internal teams.
• Negotiate transaction terms, purchase agreements, and other deal documentation to achieve optimal outcomes for the firm.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, sellers, lenders, and other industry participants to enhance deal flow.
• Prepare and present detailed investment recommendations and presentations to the Investment Committee.
• Manage the entire acquisition process, ensuring efficient execution and timely closing of deals.
• Stay abreast of market trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes impacting real estate investments.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the firm's acquisition strategies.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in real estate acquisitions, investment banking, or corporate real estate finance, with a proven track record of successful deal execution.
• Exceptional financial modeling, valuation, and underwriting skills.
• Deep understanding of various real estate asset classes (commercial, residential, industrial, etc.) and investment structures.
• Proven ability to source and negotiate complex real estate transactions.
• Strong network within the real estate investment community.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders.
• Proficiency in real estate databases, financial software, and MS Office Suite.
• Highly self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of thriving in an independent, remote work environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering unparalleled work-life flexibility.
• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous contribution to retirement savings plan (401k equivalent).
• Professional development budget and opportunities for continuous learning.
• Access to industry-leading research and analytical tools.
• Stipend for home office setup and ongoing expenses.