Analyst, Real Estate

Job Summary

Macdonald & Company is working with a leading Global Private Equity firm to hire a Real Estate Analyst hire into their Singapore team.

Role Responsibilities:

• Work closely with senior team in the execution of new investments in the region and maintaining and monitoring existing corporate and portfolio investments
• Research and evaluate real estate investment opportunities
• Evaluating prospective deals and assisting due diligence efforts on real estate investment transactions including market research, financial analysis and asset valuation
• Financial modeling and analyzing potential investments by building asset, portfolio and corporate models
• Conduct financial and business diligence (e.g. industry analysis, competitive position, growth prospects)
• Preparation of documentation of investment analysis including investment memos and PowerPoint presentations to the Investment Committee and other key partners for approval
• Perform market benchmarking to track relative performance, industry trends/country data in the property sector
• Supports the transition for DD/closing to the design and implementation of asset management and exit strategy
• Supports ad hoc value-added projects working with team members throughout the life of the investment
• Supporting deal origination, business development, operations, and marketing activities
• Work effectively and successfully in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Masters / at least bachelor's degree; in finance, economics, real estate or a related field
• Graduate from top university graduate
• Investment professional background with at least 1-3 years of experience working at an investment bank in real estate sector group or top global real estate PE by AUM
• Speaks fluent English and any Asian language skills will be an advantage
• Strong analytical, modelling and quantitative capabilities
• Ability to think creatively and articulate complex messages and ideas simply and clearly
• Accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Clear and concise writing skills
• Highly detail-oriented and organized; ability to juggle many projects and meet deadlines
• Team-player who has the desire to participate in an entrepreneurial firm culture
• Team player who is able to both take direction and show initiative as appropriate
• Very strong Excel and Powerpoint skills
• High degree of dedication
• Results-oriented, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and expeditiously

What the firm can offer: Competitive remuneration and an opportunity to be part of a top-tier real estate team. The role also offers the opportunity to work across different asset classes at the direct and opco level in the SEA and Australia markets.