Investment Analyst

1. Investment Analysis & Financial Modelling

• Build detailed financial models to evaluate hotel acquisitions and dispositions (DCF, IRR, ROI, sensitivity analysis).
• Analyse operating metrics including ADR, RevPAR, occupancy rates, and NOI.
• Assess potential value-add strategies to improve hotel operations and resale value.

1. Market & Sector Research

• Research hotel markets, tourism trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscapes.
• Identify emerging opportunities in mid-range and upscale hotel segments.
• Prepare market reports to inform investment strategy and risk assessment.

1. Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

• Support the due diligence process on potential acquisitions, including financial, operational, legal, and regulatory reviews.
• Work with external advisors (legal, appraisal, and consulting firms) to validate investment assumptions.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.

1. Reporting & Presentation

• Prepare investment memoranda, board papers, and presentations for the Investment Committee.
• Produce regular portfolio performance reports and variance analyses.
• Support Marketing / IR teams with financial data and charts for investor materials.

1. Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Specialists to align investment strategy with market insights.
• Collaborate with operations, accounting, and risk management teams to monitor portfolio performance.
• Maintain up-to-date databases on hotels, market transactions, and investment opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field (Masters preferred).
• 25 years of experience in real estate private equity, investment banking, or hotel asset management.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling and Excel; experience with Argus or similar platforms is a plus.
• Deep understanding of hotel operations, valuation metrics, and real estate markets.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills able to translate complex data into clear insights for management and investors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis.
• Strong commercial and market awareness.
• Proactive, self-starter attitude with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• An understanding of Japanese hotel markets and tourism trends is preferred.