Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst

Placements24; Randburg; Hybride; ZAR 1 000 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work

Performance bonus

Medical and retirement benefits

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst for a Randburg, Gauteng-based role with a leading private equity firm specializing in real estate. You will perform market research, financial modeling, due diligence, and strategic analysis to support investment decisions across commercial, residential, and industrial properties.

The role emphasizes rigorous quantitative analysis, capital markets understanding, and opportunities for site visits with brokers, developers, and clients in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in real estate investment analysis, private equity, or investment banking.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling using Excel, including DCF, LBO, and sensitivity analysis.

Responsabilités

• Identify and evaluate potential real estate investment opportunities based on defined investment criteria.
• Perform detailed financial modeling, including DCF, sensitivity analysis, and IRR/ROI calculations.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies for new acquisitions.
• Lead the due diligence process with legal, environmental, and technical advisors.
• Prepare investment memorandums and presentations for the investment committee.
• Monitor portfolio assets and provide optimization recommendations.

Connaissances

Financial modeling

Real estate

Due diligence

IRR analysis

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Real Estate

Master's degree (preferred)

Outils

Excel

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading private equity firm specializing in real estate investments, is seeking a highly analytical and driven Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst to join their dynamic team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is instrumental in evaluating potential real estate investment opportunities across various asset classes, including commercial, residential, and industrial properties. You will be responsible for conducting in-depth market research, financial modeling, due diligence, and providing critical analysis to support investment decisions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, excellent financial modeling skills, and a comprehensive understanding of real estate capital markets within Gauteng and South Africa. This hybrid position involves both extensive financial analysis and strategic market assessments, combined with opportunities for site visits and client interactions. We are looking for a proactive professional with a proven track record in real estate investment analysis to contribute to our client's sustained success in identifying and executing lucrative investment strategies in Randburg and beyond. Your analytical rigor will be key to uncovering value.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential real estate investment opportunities based on defined investment criteria.
• Perform detailed financial modeling, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis, sensitivity analysis, and return calculations (IRR, ROI).
• Conduct comprehensive market research and feasibility studies for new acquisitions.
• Lead the due diligence process for potential investments, coordinating with legal, environmental, and technical advisors.
• Prepare investment memorandums and presentations for the investment committee.
• Monitor the performance of existing portfolio assets and provide recommendations for optimization.
• Stay abreast of economic, market, and regulatory trends affecting the real estate investment landscape in Gauteng .
• Develop relationships with brokers, developers, and other industry participants to source deals.
• Assist in the structuring of investment vehicles and financing arrangements.
• Analyze lease agreements and tenant creditworthiness for income-producing properties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in real estate investment analysis, private equity, or investment banking.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling using Excel, including DCF, LBO, and sensitivity analysis.
• Strong understanding of real estate capital markets, valuation methodologies, and investment strategies.
• Experience with due diligence processes and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Familiarity with the Randburg and broader Gauteng real estate market is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive base salary and a significant performance-based bonus structure, reflecting the direct impact of successful investments in Randburg, Gauteng . This hybrid role provides a flexible working environment, balancing remote work with essential on-site responsibilities. Excellent opportunities for career advancement within a leading investment firm are available. Access to sophisticated investment analysis tools and market intelligence is provided. Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits are included. You will gain invaluable experience in real estate private equity, working on high-stakes transactions and contributing directly to wealth creation for our client and their investors within the dynamic Gauteng market.