Real Estate Finance - Associate

Summary

An experienced real estate finance professional with a background in structured finance and audit. Currently working as an Associate in European real estate financing, managing a substantial portfolio and leading transaction execution from origination through closing. Skilled in financial modelling, credit assessment, and project finance across residential and commercial real estate sectors.

Experience areas

1. Real Estate Finance - Associate

   • Lead transaction execution from initial assessment through credit approval and closing for European real estate team
   • Manage £350m portfolio focused on residential subsector including BTR, PBSA, co-living, and senior living
   • Contribute to origination by analysing markets and identifying business opportunities

2. Real Estate Finance - Analyst

   • Executed seven new transactions totalling £250m through credit assessments and financial modelling
   • Conducted comprehensive legal and due diligence analysis for transaction execution
   • Gained expertise in financing structures, SPV setup, and security package design
   • Contributed to market research and commercial input for origination activities

3. Structured Finance and Coverage Analyst

   • Analysed project and acquisition finance transactions across Telecom Infrastructure and Commercial Real Estate sectors
   • Conducted project and financial model analyses, coordinated due diligence, and drafted credit papers
   • Managed rating processes and KYC procedures for multinational clients within coverage team

4. Audit Associate

   • Audited public-sector bodies including NHS trusts and local councils
   • Evaluated Financial Statements against assigned risk levels and supported evidence gathering
   • Collaborated with client finance teams to deliver comprehensive audit reports

Skills