Portfolio Analyst - German Living Sector Portfolio

The Role

A leading global real estate investment firm is seeking a highly motivated Portfolio Management Analyst to join their dynamic team. Specializing in the Living sector, the company operates across multiple international markets, managing a diverse bed led portfolio in some of the world's top cities.

About the Role
As an Portfolio / Asset Management Analyst, you will play a key role in financial analysis, portfolio management, and strategic decision-making. Working closely with senior team members, you will contribute to budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and investment strategy development. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance portfolio efficiency and support asset transactions, valuations, and refinancing activities.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Analysis & Portfolio Management

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial models.
• Analyse revenue, operational costs, and capital expenditures.
• Support buy/sell/hold strategy development and portfolio performance assessments.
• Monitor market trends, competition, and higher education performance impacts.
• Prepare performance reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Asset & Transaction Support

• Collaborate with operations, finance, and real estate teams to optimize asset performance.
• Track asset values and support financial analysis for acquisitions and refinancing.
• Conduct site visits and contribute to valuations and investment decision-making.

Strategic & Operational Responsibilities

• Support property reviews and investor performance evaluations.
• Work with senior stakeholders to address asset performance variances.
• Provide data insights and recommendations to aid strategic decision-making.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Fluent German speaker

• 2 - 4 years of professional experience in asset management, real estate, or financial analysis.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in return appraisals and financial performance evaluation.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in report preparation and presenting financial insights.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Desirable

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Background in student accommodation, hospitality, or residential sectors.
• Exposure to structuring and executing high-value deals.

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking real estate investment firm that values innovation, collaboration, and impact. The company offers a fast-paced environment where your expertise will contribute to shaping the future of housing investment globally.

If you are a detail-oriented, strategic thinker with a passion for real estate and investment analysis, we'd love to hear from you!

Reference: 1616 | Date Posted: 11th July 2025 | Status: Active