Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst for a fully remote role. You will identify, evaluate, and execute real estate opportunities, delivering crucial financial analysis and market insights to influence portfolio growth.

The role requires a Master's in a quantitative field and 6+ years in real estate or related finance, with advanced modeling (DCF, LBO, IRR, NPV) and Argus proficiency. Mossel Bay exposure a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or related quantitative field.
• 6+ years in real estate investment analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking with a real estate focus.
• Advanced financial modelling skills including DCF, LBO, IRR, and NPV.
• Strong understanding of real estate capital markets and valuation techniques.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation of complex information.
• Proficiency in Argus Enterprise, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Experience in Mossel Bay property market is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, modeling, and due diligence for real estate acquisitions and developments.
• Evaluate market trends, economic conditions, and demographic shifts to identify opportunities.
• Prepare investment memos, presentations, and reports for senior management and committees.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast performance, returns and risks.
• Monitor performance of existing investments and recommend optimizations.
• Assist in sourcing new deals and build relationships with brokers and developers.
• Stay updated on industry practices, regulatory changes and investment strategies.
• Collaborate with legal, finance and asset management in a remote setting.
• Underwrite new acquisitions and recapitalizations for various property types.

Skills

Advanced financial modelling

DCF

LBO

IRR

NPV

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Argus Enterprise

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious investment management firm with a significant presence in the Mossel Bay property sector, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Senior Real Estate Investment Analyst. This position is fully remote, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to our investment strategies from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in identifying, evaluating, and executing real estate investment opportunities, providing critical financial analysis and market insights. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance. Your expertise will directly influence our investment decisions and contribute to the sustained growth of our real estate portfolio. We are looking for a proactive individual with a passion for real estate finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, modeling, and due diligence for potential real estate acquisitions and developments.


• Evaluate market trends, economic conditions, and demographic shifts to identify investment opportunities.


• Prepare comprehensive investment memos, presentations, and reports for senior management and investment committees.


• Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast property performance, returns, and risks.


• Monitor the performance of existing investments, providing analysis and recommendations for optimization.


• Assist in the sourcing of new deals and building relationships with brokers, developers, and other industry contacts.


• Stay abreast of industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging investment strategies in real estate.


• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including legal, finance, and asset management, in a remote setting.


• Underwrite new acquisitions and recapitalizations for various property types.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or a related quantitative field.


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in real estate investment analysis, corporate finance, or investment banking, with a focus on real estate.


• Advanced financial modeling skills, including DCF, LBO, IRR, and NPV analysis.


• Strong understanding of real estate capital markets and valuation techniques.


• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.


• Proficiency in Argus Enterprise, Excel, PowerPoint, and other relevant software.


• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote, fast-paced environment.


• Experience in the Mossel Bay property market is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary of ZAR per annum.


• Performance-based bonuses and potential for carried interest.


• Full remote work arrangement with a home office stipend.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Generous retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.


• Access to cutting-edge financial analysis tools.


• Collaborative virtual team culture focused on success.


• Significant exposure to high-value real estate transactions.