Manager / Associate Director, Investment

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of Department in formulating, developing, executing overall strategies/plans for acquisition, development & divestment of assets in Malaysia;
• Initiate in sourcing, exploring and identifying suitable investment opportunities in real estate of various asset classes as mandated by the Board/Management;
• Evaluate and structure real estate deals;
• Model full life cycle financial analysis from acquisition through disposition;
• Conduct financial analysis and feasibility studies entailing cash-flow analysis and yield projections for acquisition;
• Lead and conduct due diligence process, including review of financial and operational assumptions, legal, technical and supporting the effort of originating and negotiation of debt financing;
• Work closely with co-workers/external consultants to determine input for various discipline such as asset management, tax, finance, legal, technical, etc. required for the preparation of investment proposals;
• Develop and manage external relationships with investment bankers and lawyers;
• Prepare recommendation reports for proposed acquisitions and involved in investment due diligence;
• Conduct market research, info collection, collation and analysis of property market performance and prepare market report for company annual reports, quarterly results reporting and internal management updates;
• Evaluate and structure real estate deals and capital funding through unit issuance or debt funding via bank;
• Involve in dealing with investment banks, investors and analyst during roadshows for fund/capital raising.
• Carry out post acquisition analysis.

Requirement:

• At least a Bachelor's Degree in Business/Real Estate/Finance/ or equivalent;
• Qualification in CFA/MBA will be an added advantage;
• At least 5 year(s) related working experience in the real estate industry with a good understanding of real estate investment and development;
• Candidate with strong knowledge of corporate finance will be preferred;
• Possess strong business acumen and excellent communication skills;
• Strong analytical and financial skills as well as meticulous on numbers;
• Demonstrable involvement in shaping managerial decisions that affects event beyond standard daily operational activities;
• Responsibility for meeting financial targets that rely on the efforts of more than one person;
• Strong track record of positive results achieved through influencing other than through direct authority;
• High level of integrity and professionalism;
• Result-oriented, able to work independently, self-motivated, organized and ability to manage deadlines;
• Proven ability to be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects, as well as solve problems in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits with comprehensive medical coverage for self and family
• Training and development opportunities
• Subsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences-
• Strong advocate of staff volunteerism
• Wellness programmes