Investment Bank - Associate/VP (Real Estate)

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Associate Director at Cobalt Recruitment

Location: London, UK

Reports to: Managing Director and Head of Real Estate

Company/Team Overview:

Global Investment Bank offering a wide range of services including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital raising (debt and equity), and advisory services. We are currently looking for an Associate or VP to join our high-performing Real Estate (RE) team based in the UK. This team plays a pivotal role in executing a variety of high-quality mandates, many of which have been secured recently across key sectors including Residential, Healthcare, Hospitality, Digital Infrastructure, and Operational Real Estate Asset Classes.

Role Overview:

As an Associate/VP in the UK Real Estate team you will have the opportunity to engage in complex M&A deals and capital raising activities. The role offers direct exposure to high-level transactions, and the opportunity to collaborate with senior professionals within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Transaction Execution: Play a key role in executing a range of mandates, from M&A to capital raising (debt and equity), across our core real estate sectors: Residential, Healthcare, Hospitality, Digital Infrastructure, and Operational Real Estate Asset Classes.
• Mandate Support: Provide support on current live transactions.
• Deal Structuring & Documentation: Assist in the structuring and documentation of complex transactions, including equity raises, debt financing, and joint ventures.
• Client Interaction: Work closely with clients, investors, and advisors to ensure effective communication and smooth transaction processes.
• Market Research & Analysis: Conduct market analysis, due diligence, and valuation work for various real estate sectors.
• Team Collaboration: Work in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with Analysts, VPs, MDs, and other real estate and sector specialists across the Bank’s international network.
• Support Senior Leadership: Provide support to senior team members in managing and executing transactions, ensuring high standards of quality and timely execution.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: Associate or VP in investment banking, private equity, or a similar real estate advisory role, with a proven track record in M&A, capital raising, debt advisory or real estate transactions.
• Sector Knowledge: Strong understanding of the real estate sector.
• Deal Experience: Experience in executing large-scale transactions, including equity raises, debt financing, and M&A deals, ideally within the real estate or related industries.
• Technical Skills: Advanced financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other financial analysis tools.
• Client Management: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with senior clients, investors, and stakeholders.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Investment Banking and Banking

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