Investment Associate

• Permanent position based in Sydney CBD (on-site)
• Playing a key role across the full investment lifecycle
• Opportunity to work closely with Senior Executives and Investors

The Living Company is a transformative force in the Australian residential living market with a vision to reshape the way people live by delivering sustainable, community-focused, and high-quality living spaces across Australia. Since 2013, we've evolved from just Scape Australia to now encompass Student Living (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation, Scape Australia), Rent to Live (RTL Co.), Affordable Living and Lifestyle Living (Retirement Living, Aveo).

As we continue to scale, we're looking for an exceptional Investment Associate to join our sector-leading Investment Management team.

In this broad and influential role, you will lead core day-to-day activities across the full investment lifecycle, from origination and analysis to asset management and investor engagement. The key responsibilities have been listed below.

1. Strategy Development

• Contribute to the organisation's broader investment strategy
• Lead research and analysis on markets, trends, and opportunities
• Develop, maintain, and review financial models, cashflows, and investment feasibilities
• Support the assessment of new investment and development opportunities
• Build strong relationships with finance, development, and operations to ensure alignment

2. Strategy Execution

• Support and lead the execution of real estate transactions
• Assist with equity and debt capital raising activities
• Coordinate with internal and external experts (tax, legal, HR, advisors) to deliver transactions smoothly
• Prepare documentation and analysis to support investment decisions

3. Leadership

• Guide and mentor team members, including an Investment Analyst
• Support capability development and succession planning within the team
• Promote best practice in modelling, research, reporting, and documentation
• Develop and document key processes and ensure knowledge transfer across the team
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks

4. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with existing and prospective investors
• Act as a trusted adviser to internal stakeholders across finance, development, and operations
• Support investor communications, reporting, and information requests
• Proactively identify opportunities or issues across the investment portfolio

• 4–5+ years in real estate, investment banking, corporate finance, or consulting
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical capability
• Commercial mindset with the ability to translate data into strategy
• Confident stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Entrepreneurial thinking, curiosity, and a drive for continuous improvement
• Understanding of real estate investment or development (advantageous)

At The Living Company, we are all about creating and sharing the good vibes. Below are just some of the perks of joining our team:

• Annual flu vaccinations and skin checks to keep you healthy and thriving.
• Insurance discounts up to 10% with top providers like Bupa, nib, and NobleOak.
• A month dedicated to your well-being and health, plus a day off to celebrate however you want.
• Passionate work environment that inspires and energizes.
• Birthday leave because your special day deserves to be celebrated.
• Generous referral bonuses (up to $5k) for bringing great talent to our team.
• EAP, Sonder & Duress support to ensure your peace of mind.

If you ready to take the next step in your career, send in your application, and let's get this journey started

The Fine Print

At The Living Company we believe that we are most successful and effective when we work together as a team, so please be aware that The Living Company HQ teams work in the office 5 days per week.

No Agencies – unsolicited resumes will not be accepted or considered at this time.

At The Living Company, we honor and welcome the rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.