Associate - Major Projects Advisory

Since 2002, KordaMentha has been entrusted with some of the region's most complex and sensitive commercial situations. We are an advisory and investment firm at heart, helping corporations, financiers, lawyers, private investors and government clients to grow, protect and recover value.

But we are so much more than that.

Fiercely independent, strategically local, and with a bias for action to get things done, we focus on doing what is right by our clients, our people, and the wider community. Our diverse experience – from finance and real estate to law enforcement and the c-suite – enables us to make a difference for our clients across financial crime, forensic, performance improvement, real estate and restructuring.

We provide bold and impactful solutions delivering growth, certainty, and value. There is strength in difference. And we are different.

Job Description

Join our dynamic Major Projects Advisory team and be a key contributor to our infrastructure and commercial transactions initiatives. We specialize in enhancing the value and optimizing the performance of assets across infrastructure and complex real estate. As an Associate, you'll work directly with senior leadership, gaining hands-on experience in asset management and investment strategy.

We are looking for an analytical, detail-oriented Associate with 3-5 years of experience in investment management, advisory, or related fields. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling expertise, exceptional client management skills, and the ability to support asset management strategies for real estate, infrastructure, and other real assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain financial models to assess asset performance and valuation.
• Conduct scenario analysis, stress testing, and risk assessments to guide investment decisions.
• Assist in preparing materials for investment committees and executive recommendations.
• Monitor key operational and financial metrics for assets under management.
• Support the development and execution of value-add strategies (e.g., asset repositioning, cost optimization).
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including property managers, operators, and consultants, to align strategies with business goals.
• Create high-quality PowerPoint presentations for investment committees, clients, and senior leadership.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and performance updates for investors and key partners.
• Assist in drafting investment memos, asset performance summaries, and market research reports.
• Foster strong relationships with investors, lenders, and joint venture partners.
• Support the due diligence process and manage data requests.
• Address investor queries and provide regular updates on asset performance.
• Conduct research on market trends and sector-specific opportunities in real estate and infrastructure, identifying potential acquisition or divestment opportunities based on this market analysis.
• Track macroeconomic and regulatory factors that impact asset performance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in investment management, private equity, consulting, real estate, or infrastructure.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel.
• Expertise with PowerPoint and the ability to create compelling presentations.
• Understanding of active asset management principles and real asset investment strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.

Preferred:

• Experience in infrastructure, real estate, or private equity investments.
• Knowledge of valuation techniques and capital structure optimization.
• Familiarity with financial databases such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or similar tools.

Additional Information

At KordaMentha, we believe there is strength in difference. Our entrepreneurial spirit expands the possibilities for action. We approach situations, challenges, and opportunities with optimism, curiosity, and diversity of thought. We seek novel solutions to problems and encourage unconventional and innovative approaches.

Our team's diverse skillsets, backgrounds and experiences fuel KordaMentha's
different mindset
. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, recognising that talent and potential extend beyond traditional qualifications. Our selection process values diverse perspectives and considers each applicant's unique strengths and capabilities.