Manager, Real Estate Valuation

Position Specification – Manager, Real Estate Debt Valuation

Scope and Responsibilities

• Conduct valuations of real estate private credit as part of the quarterly or monthly valuation process. Assist with verifying the completeness of daily valuation process and escalate timely when additional review and approval is required.
• Perform reconciliations across valuation models, accounting records, and multiple data sources.
• Lead specific projects: Analyze and determine scope of work, gather data, and prepare / review valuation models, ensuring high quality and timely delivery.
• Prepare and present valuation results: Communicate findings clearly and concisely to team leaders and stakeholders.
• Analyze and develop investment assumptions related to ongoing business plans and valuations, supporting senior management in strategic decisions.
• Balance multiple assignments and manage internal / external data collection workflows with minimal supervision.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and special projects as needed.
• Assist in responding to audit inquiries by gathering relevant information, preparing supporting reports and files, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate responses during the annual audit process.
• Ensure consistent application of valuation metrics across investments and identify inconsistencies across data inputs from various organizational functions.

Experience Required

• 5-8 years of real estate knowledge and experience, focusing on valuation / appraisal in commercial real estate. Experience in an investment management firm will be an advantage.
• Expertise in financial modeling and complex transaction structuring in the real estate sector.
• Understanding of various valuation approaches: discounted cash flow analysis, sales comparison approach, and cost approach.
• Track record of managing multiple demands and priorities under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Argus Enterprise, and key data sources (Costar, Bloomberg, Capital IQ, etc.).

Personal Attributes

• Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to precision and quality.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex tasks efficiently and effectively.               
• Proactive in identifying issues and asking thoughtful questions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Take ownership of the work assigned and follow through.
• Capable of working with cross-functional teams and external parties to ensure seamless coordination and timely execution of deliverables.
• A collaborative team player who demonstrates a strong work ethic and reliability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, or related fields; Master’s degree, CA & CFA will be preferred.

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