This Opportunity
 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Analyst to join our London-based team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of real estate investments in the alternative sectors throughout the UK and Europe. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a proactive work ethic, and a collaborative mindset. You will support the execution of business plans, performance monitoring, and strategic initiatives in close coordination with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support asset management activities for assigned investments across the UK and Europe to drive performance and long-term value creation.
• Assist in the execution of investment-level business plans, including leasing initiatives, capital projects, ESG programs, and value-add strategies.
• Contribute to the preparation of annual budgets in collaboration with internal stakeholders and operating partners.
• Assist in the coordination and review of internal and external valuations, working closely with Finance, operating partners and external valuers.
• Monitor investment performance and regularly update financial model projections, including the incorporation of actuals, supporting strategic decision-making and informing revisions to business plans.
• Contribute to quarterly reporting to Portfolio Management and Finance teams, including variance analysis and updated projections aligned with evolving business plans.
• Prepare materials that illustrate key performance insights, strategic developments, and investment updates to be presented to senior leadership as part of the quarterly investment review process.
• Participate in regular site visits and support in the oversight of third parties—including operating partners, property managers, and leasing teams—to ensure alignment with asset strategies and operational goals.
• Perform financial modelling and scenario analysis to support investment decisions and performance optimisation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to perform detailed hold/sell analyses, support refinancing processes, and assist exit strategies, including deliverables to be presented to senior leadership.
• Help maintain strong relationships with joint venture partners, consultants, and service providers.

Qualifications:

• 0-3 years of experience in real estate asset management, investment, or a related field.
• Exposure to alternative real estate sectors (e.g. student accommodation, residential, senior living and/or self-storage) is advantageous but not required.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with proficiency in Excel.
• Detail-oriented, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Argus and Power BI is a plus.

Job Location and Travel

• This position is based in our London office.
• Occasional travel within the UK and Europe required.

We are looking for great candidates who have a unique combination of experiences, traits, and talents. We couldn’t describe you in a list of bullet points, so consider this posting a conversation starter. If you check some, but not all, of our boxes, we still want to talk! Please apply for this role if much of this job description describes you.

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The Firm

Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here.

Total Rewards (Benefits & Perks):

At Heitman, we believe that our success is driven by the success of our team members. That's why we use market data to ensure competitive compensation for every role, reflecting our commitment to investing in our team. In addition, all of our team members are bonus eligible and participate in a generous annual bonus plan, with the percentage varying based on your role and level, ensuring that your contributions are recognized and rewarded. When we grow, you grow!

In alignment with our People First core value, we offer rewarding careers that focus on both personal and professional growth. We are dedicated to helping you and your family thrive, both in the office and at home. To support this, we provide competitive compensation and a leading-edge, human-centric benefits package. Click here to view the details of our benefits.

Additional Information

Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non-expired driver’s license.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical, medical or mental disability or condition (including, without limitation, HIV and AIDS), developmental disability, handicap, denial of family and medical care leave, denial of pregnancy leave, domestic partner status, status as a victim of sexual or domestic violence (or familial relationship to such victim), veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest records, citizenship status, criminal history that has been expunged, unfavorable discharge from the military, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.