Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. The Investment Analyst supports the Investment function responsible for executing new acquisition and development activity. This role involves research, underwriting, financial modelling, and preparing analysis to assess the feasibility of new investment strategies and opportunities. The Analyst also supports the analysis and presentation of key performance information both internally and to external investment partners to enable well-informed, value-enhancing decisions on existing strategies.

The key responsibilities include gathering, compiling, investigating, and analysing market data to identify investment and development opportunities and enhancing current research sources. The Analyst works collaboratively with colleagues to assess new opportunities, prepare detailed discounted cash flow (DCF) models, monitor performance metrics such as leasing, income, expenses, and returns, and support internal and external relationship management through report production. Additional duties include supporting the execution of investment strategies, improving reporting systems and data capture, mobilising new assets and portfolios, monitoring market and competitor data, and completing various financial, accounting, narrative, and administrative reports necessary for successful business execution.

Experience
Demonstrated experience in an analytical role within investment banking, private equity, or related finance sectors within a relevant geographical region. Strong quantitative background with expertise in financial modelling, valuations, and financial analysis. Proven ability to research, analyse, and present complex financial data. Experience working in or with the real estate sector is desirable, particularly in residential projects.

About you
Highly numerate with strong attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of effectively writing and presenting reports. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships at all levels. Well-organised, able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. Naturally inquisitive and commercially minded with a desire to understand the bigger picture and contribute to problem-solving. A positive team player with an adaptable and flexible approach, able to collaborate to drive results and support wider business objectives. An interest in real estate is essential. Fluency in a European language is desirable.

Qualifications
Educated to degree level or equivalent (2:1 and above) in a related business or analytical subject such as finance, business management, real estate, accounting, economics, mathematics, statistics, science, or engineering. IT literate and fully conversant with Microsoft Office packages including advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills.