Real Estate Research & Portfolio Analytics - Associate - London at BlackRock

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real Estate, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • BA/BS degree; MRICS, CFA or CAIA is a plus
  • 3-5 years’ experience in real estate investment analysis, property development finance or related roles
  • Experience of real estate / fund financial planning and analysis
  • Strong understanding of real estate markets, valuation methods

Responsibilities

  • Build, manage, and interpret the results of dynamic quantitative models that analyse the performance of commercial real estate portfolios
  • Assist in the preparation of performance data submissions requested by clients, external benchmarking, indices and consulting organizations
  • Support the Portfolio Management group in creating annual business plans, including leasing, capex, operating budgets and cash distribution
  • Analyse and interpret the performance of relevant benchmarks and competitors
  • Actively embrace AI to enhance BLK’s understanding of historical and future performance and drive efficiency in process
  • Input into presentations and memos for Investment Committee reviews
  • Develop cash flow models and conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis for forecasting returns across investment, development and regeneration projects
  • Prepare and maintain investment models ensuring accuracy (including leveraged vehicles), monitor investment outcomes, support project reviews, and conduct hold/sell analysis
  • Create and monitor multi-phase development appraisals, research key market data to support underwriting assumptions
  • Leverage AI and machine learning to deliver efficiency gains
  • Support business initiatives and projects, client information requests and data requests for fund-raising campaigns
  • Oversee existing service providers to ensure effective management

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial ModelingPortfolio AnalyticsProperty AnalyticsAcquisition AnalysisDevelopment ModelingDisposal StrategiesBusiness PlanningMarket AnalysisFund UnderwritingExcel

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require working in an office?

The role is based in London, United Kingdom, indicating an office-based position in London.

What are the key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include building and managing dynamic quantitative models for commercial real estate portfolios, assisting with performance data submissions, supporting annual business plans, analyzing benchmarks, embracing AI for performance analysis, and developing cash flow models.

What skills are needed for the Property & Portfolio Analytics Associate role?

The role requires strong commercial acumen, rigorous attention to detail, ability to synthesize market insight and data into actionable recommendations, financial modeling expertise, and experience with quantitative models and AI.

What is the team structure for the EMEA Real Estate team?

The EMEA Real Estate team comprises 70 investment professionals located in six offices across the region, headquartered in London and supported by dedicated business partners including Legal, Compliance, Tax, Finance, Operations, Sustainability and Product Strategy & Research.

What makes a strong candidate for this associate position?

A strong candidate will have experience in financial modeling for real estate acquisitions, developments and disposals, proficiency in quantitative analysis and AI tools, commercial acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally on portfolio strategies.

BlackRock

About BlackRock

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1988Year Founded
$78,647.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program
401(k) Retirement Plan

Risks

FDIC scrutiny could lead to regulatory challenges for BlackRock.
Workforce reduction may indicate internal financial pressures or strategic shifts.
Involvement in Yangzijiang Shipbuilding exposes BlackRock to geopolitical risks.

Differentiation

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, reached over $50 billion in assets quickly.
The firm is developing a layer-2 tokenized real-world asset platform on Ethereum.
BlackRock's partnership with Frax Finance enhances its stablecoin market presence.

Upsides

IBIT's success attracts a broader range of cryptocurrency investors.
The Ethereum platform positions BlackRock as a leader in blockchain financial services.
Partnership with Frax Finance enhances digital finance offerings and compliance.

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