Associate - Private Equity - Real Estate Investments

Principal Accountabilities:

Financial Modeling & Investment Analysis:

- Develop sophisticated and dynamic Excel models to underwrite acquisitions, including sensitivity analyses, IRRs, equity multiples, and cash flow scenarios across various capital structures

- Analyze real estate opportunities (primarily commercial office and industrial/warehousing) through rigorous underwriting and market diligence.

- Deconstruct third-party developer models and challenge key assumptions (costs, yields, rents, timelines).

Fundraising & GP Business Planning:

- Prepare and manage quarterly GP-level business plans used for fundraising and board presentations.

- Coordinate closely with legal teams and advisors on preparation of fund documentation such as the PPM, term sheets, and other investor materials.

Due Diligence & Deal Execution:

- Lead onboarding and coordination with consultants for legal, technical, tax, and commercial due diligence.

- Assist in reviewing transaction documentation, managing timelines, and supporting closing processes.

Strategic Reporting & Asset Monitoring:

- Support in crafting high-quality investment committee presentations and internal strategy memos. Maintain performance tracking dashboards and contribute to strategic decision-making post-acquisition.

Educational Qualification:

- MBA (Finance), CA, or equivalent from a top-tier institution.

- CFA designation or progress towards it is a plus.

Functional Skills & Behavioral Skills:

Advanced Excel skills with comfort building and stress-testing complex capital structures

Strong PowerPoint and storytelling capabilities for investor and internal presentations.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to synthesize and articulate investment rationale clearly.

High ownership mindset, intellectual curiosity, and dedication to delivering best-in-class work.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with minimal hand-holding.