At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to manage real estate and private equity investments across Europe and the Middle East.
- Company: Entrepreneurial investment manager with a high-performing culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and exposure to diverse investment opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a fast-paced environment with international exposure.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in the full investment lifecycle and make impactful decisions.
- Qualifications: 2-6 years in investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance; strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Cobalt are partnering with a well established, entrepreneurial investment manager to appoint an Associate within its investment team. This is a unique opportunity to join a lean, high-performing platform with exposure to real estate and private equity investments across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. The successful candidate will be involved across the full investment lifecycle, from origination and underwriting through to execution, portfolio monitoring, and investor reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Build, maintain and review financial models for real estate and private equity investments, including cash flow modelling, return analysis, sensitivities and waterfall structures.
- Support investment underwriting, due diligence and transaction execution across a range of sectors and geographies.
- Conduct market research, sector analysis and commercial due diligence to support investment decisions.
- Prepare investment papers, presentations, information memoranda and investor materials.
- Assist in coordinating with lenders, advisors, legal counsel and other transaction stakeholders throughout deal processes.
- Screen and assess new investment opportunities, preparing recommendations for senior leadership.
- Monitor portfolio performance and contribute to ongoing asset and investment management activities.
- Support strategic and commercial projects as the business continues to grow.
Profile
- 2–6 years' experience within investment banking, private equity, real estate investment, corporate finance or top-tier strategy consulting.
- Strong residential exposure across ideally PBSA or BTR.
- Pan-European languages useful, particularly French or Greek.
Investment Associate employer: Cobalt Recruitment
Cobalt offers a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment where Investment Associates can thrive, gaining invaluable exposure to real estate and private equity investments across diverse markets. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from hands-on experience throughout the investment lifecycle, alongside a supportive culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. Located in a vibrant city, the company provides unique networking opportunities and access to industry leaders, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
