THE SEARCH:
Altus Partners have partnered with a leading US Real Estate Investment Management firm looking to bring on a modelling professional to join the portfolio management team. The business is going through an exciting growth phase off the back of recent success and is looking to grow and develop the team in London. This business is responsible for providing valuations of the European portfolio and this role will be working alongside the Head of the team and will be partnering with the deals team and senior execs in Europe and the US.
The role will be responsible for providing support for valuations and portfolio analysis to the European Real Assets portfolio, including portfolio analytics and asset level performance. The role is an extension of the asset management, portfolio management, and finance teams to support yearly valuation processes and transaction support.
The business does have the capacity to sponsor in the UK.
THE ROLE:
The business is looking for a strong technical valuation professional to join them and play a critical part in developing the business area and relationships in the deals team and wider portfolio management function. The culture and dynamic of the business is very entrepreneurial, and the role offers the opportunity to work to add value to a reputable firm and partner with teams globally across the Real Assets business. The role will provide valuation, analytical support and performance reporting for the European Real Assets portfolio.
Responsibilities
Support with the entire valuation process:
Building / updating financial models and performing valuation analysis.
Update cash flow models with latest assumptions on leasing, rental income, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
Completes the quarterly or monthly valuation cycle
Coordinates with portfolio companies and effectively obtains asset level information from various sources.
Analyse market conditions from sales comparable and other parameters to drive model assumptions and assess the value of the assets.
Provides critical analysis of cash flow and valuation movements at the asset or portfolio level.
Calculates the investment return and projects investor return distribution through the hold or sell analysis of each investment.
In-depth industry, market, and asset sector research and analysis.
Be a part of global valuation committee and reports on valuation outcomes and investment performance.
Liaises with third party appraisal firms and advisors to engage and facilitate external valuations and model reviews.
Oversight with external consultants and investors to respond to questions and provide supporting documentation.
Assists in ad hoc requests or special projects
THE REQUIREMENTS:
Strong proficiency in financial cash flow modelling required.
Strong MS Office, particularly Microsoft Excel skills required.
4 – 8 years of experience in a fund management related field such as valuations, financial analysis or portfolio management
Qualified accountant is preferred but not essential
Strong analytical and quantitative skills required.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills are necessary.
Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Real estate knowledge is preferred
VBA, Python, Power BI or other visualisation and programming languages are benefit
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