Associate, Investments, Australia

Realterm is a real estate operator whose employees have a track record of capitalizing on durable insights into the supply and demand of real assets through the global supply chain. Realterm seeks to build and invest in value-added business platforms that have a proprietary position in their markets, source investments with favorable supply/demand dynamics and bring intense focus to operating results.

Realterm offers several career fields such as Accounting, Asset Management, Capital Markets and Investor Relations, Construction, Finance, Investments, Leasing, and Property Management that make working here unique, challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. With offices in Amsterdam, Annapolis, Baltimore, Chicago, Frankfurt, Houston, Los Angeles, Montréal, New York, Singapore and Sydney, you are empowered to take your career where you want it to go.

A career at Realterm allows you thrive in a fast-paced workplace environment with tremendous scale. Enjoy working in a collaborative environment with supportive teammates where you will be challenged to grow and be at your best every day. We offer our employees a robust and competitive benefits package. If you are looking for a rewarding career in private equity commercial real estate, apply today.

Summary

The Associate, Investments position is dynamic, requiring close collaboration with the broader Investments team, coordination, critical thinking and high-quality communication skills with the ultimate goal of driving investment activity in Australia. The position will focus on supporting the sourcing and acquisition of new investments on behalf of all Realterm funds in Australia. Key functions include research, target property identification, underwriting, due diligence and closing via a network of property owners, brokers and key users. While the role is based in Sydney, the team in Asia Pacific works closely with the wider business in the US and Europe, offering a rarely available exposure to these markets, providing truly global real estate experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct research on real estate markets, sectors, trends and developments with a focus on logistics & transportation-related real estate assets
• Lead the day-to-day management of underwriting and due diligence, including collaboration with in-house and third-party resources.
• Work closely with the broader Realterm team to move all aspects of transactions forward from initial identification through final delivery.
• Participate in driving new business development initiatives in conjunction with the Fund Managers and Investments team.
• Responsible for maintaining, managing, and reporting deal pipeline, ensuring that investment volume is being met on behalf of all Realterm investment targets
• Collaborate with the Fund Managers and the analyst team to ensure project financial models are accurate and complete.
• Work with the Fund Managers and the analyst team to provide due diligence information and analysis of potential opportunities.
• Source new investment opportunities from existing and to-be-identified Realterm relationships.
• Assist in negotiating contract terms and deal terms for new acquisitions, as opportunities are sourced and pursued.
• Assist in preparation of presentations for clients, investors, committees, and other internal reports.
• Use SalesForce (CRM) as an active and committed team communication tool.
• Lead in securing the appropriate internal approvals and related documentation, as required.
• Responsible for sharing and uploading documents and communication on project management site for team use and record keeping, including the active use of SalesForce for team communication.
• Track and report investment status to internal stakeholders, investors, lenders, joint ventures, as needed.
• Participate in discussions with tenants, lenders, investors, and related professionals to foster growth of all client relationships.
• Manage day-to-day travel schedule and team priorities.

Competencies

• Proficient with Investment and Valuation modelling, including the DCF, Capitalisation and Residual Approaches
• Strong understanding of valuation and corporate finance principles
• Resourceful, proactive, enthusiastic, with a positive attitude
• Collaborative and inclusive team player with strong interpersonal and people skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high level of commercial acumen
• Good communication and presentation skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Good organisational and time management skills and responsive to changing priorities and skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams, stakeholders and deadlines
• Professional, accountable, and demonstrating a high level of integrity
• Willingness to learn and utilize technological platforms such as Argus, Salesforce etc.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Argus Software.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using SharePoint or other document control software.
• Ability to work independently, taking the initiative at appropriate times
• Strong quantitative skills and ability to understand and communicate investment data

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate or other related field of study
• Target of 3-5 years of experience in real estate with demonstrated knowledge of underwriting analysis and transaction experience preferred.
• Fluent in English spoken and written.

Work Environment

The position will work in a general office setting and may require travel, up to 10% of time annually, to remote office locations based on organizational/business needs.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the workday, sitting at a desk, consistently operating a computer. The person in this position must be able to access file cabinets and office machinery (to include a computer, copier, and fax machine). On occasion, may need to lift boxes of up to 4.5 kgs.