Investment Analyst

Job Description

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of real estate markets, financial modelling, and investment principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis on potential real estate investment markets and opportunities.
• Evaluate financial data, market trends, and property values to assess investment risks and returns.
• Performing various analyses to assist in making investment or divestment decisions
• Prepare financial models and conduct due diligence for potential investments.
• Prepare investment, divestment and marketing materials for senior management or capital partners and investors.
• Collaborate with asset management teams to monitor the performance of existing investments.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including tax, finance, legal, and third party advisors, to ensure seamless transaction execution.
• Prepare detailed investment reports and forecasts.
• Stay updated with market trends, economic factors, capital markets and investment regulations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with real estate investors, brokers, managers, and other industry professionals.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Modelling: Advanced proficiency in Excel (DCF, IRR, waterfall, sensitivity, scenario analysis).
• Presentation: Expert in Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills; ability to distil complex analysis into clear executive materials.
• Analytics: Strong proficiency with data analysis; familiarity with real estate databases and market reports.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication; stakeholder management.
• Detail Orientation: High accuracy, structured thinking, attention to detail and deadline discipline.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics, Real Estate, Engineering, or related field; Professional qualifications such as CPA or CFA would be a plus.
• 4–6 years proven experience in Dubai market with real estate investment/finance/analytics, ideally within a development company.
• Must have strong understanding of warehousing/logistics parks, residential developments, and office investments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive mindset.