About us:
Praxis is one of the UK’s leading real estate investment platforms founded in 2009, focussed on cross sector, value add strategies across the UK. With £1.5Bn of assets under management, Praxis has a highly successful track record spanning several decades across multiple real estate cycles and have continued to actively invest irrespective of market conditions, finding opportunities for attractive returns.
Location & working pattern:
London, Knightsbridge 5 days a week + occasional regional travel
About the team:
The acquisitions team is looking to hire an Investment Analyst to join the team in what is an exciting period of growth for the organisation.
Focussing on value-add investment strategies across the UK, this individual will support predominantly, but not exclusively commercial property acquisitions in line with the growth strategy of the business. This is a great opportunity to join a lean, entrepreneurial environment with significant capital to deploy across the UK.
This role is extremely broad and candidates will support the acquisitions team in originating, underwriting, modelling and screening commercial assets across all UK property sectors.
Responsibilities :
* Supporting the acquisitions team in the originating, underwriting, structuring, financing and execution of investment opportunities for the business
* Complex excel financial modelling including scenario analysis and debt modelling
* Detailed acquisition due diligence, including in-depth market research, reviewing technical documents, composing business plans, underwriting cashflow assumptions and debt covenant analysis
* Preparing investment reports and strategy papers to be presented to the investment committee
* Liaising with agents and advisors to gather relevant market data to support underwriting
* Portfolio modelling and tracking business plans of existing assets to support the IR team in the preparation of investor reports and the asset management team in making key decisions
* Managing the deal pipeline tracker for weekly deals meetings
* The job will involve opportunities to travel the UK to inspect potential opportunities as part of the due diligence process
* Clear growth pathways within the business. The business can also support candidates through RICS pathways/ other professional accreditations.
We are looking for:
* 12 months+ commercial real estate experience
* Preference for real estate investment/ investment banking background
* Advanced excel modelling skills and proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills with excellent attention to detail
* An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to show initiative and think creatively
* Cross sector UK real estate knowledge and experience
* Good commercial acumen
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary and Discretionary bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
* PMI and Healthcare Cash Plan
* 5% Company Pension Contribution
* 3x Life Assurance
Our Values:
Professionalism | We seek to outperform expectations with individuals able to express themselves whilst always upholding the highest professional standards
Ownership | Every asset, problem or opportunity is treated as though it is our own. The group delivers all real estate services in house and never outsources responsibility or blame
Entrepreneurialism | We challenge convention constantly encouraging imaginative solutions and rigorous debate in pursuit of better performance. Everyone is empowered to make decisions
Meritocracy | Results, hard work and good ideas trump age, experience, and meaningless job titles. We have built a diverse team where everyone encouraged to work collaboratively to reach their full potential
Action This Day | We never put off anything until tomorrow that can be done today
Agency Notice
We do not accept speculative CVs or introductions from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement from a member of our HR or Talent Acquisition team will be treated as unsolicited, and Praxis will not be liable for any associated fees or introductions. Agencies must have explicit, written instruction to work on a specific role before submitting candidates.