Delivery Lead- RE Modelling

Acuity Analytics is the trading name of Acuity Knowledge Partners, a global leader in delivering bespoke research, data management, analytics and AI-enabled solutions to financial institutions and corporates. With more than 7,200 analysts, data specialists and technologists across 28 locations, the firm combines deep financial-services expertise with strong engineering, digital and AI capability. Acuity supports over 800 organisations in enhancing efficiency, improving insight and unlocking human potential.

Acuity was established as a separate business from Moodys Corporation in 2019 following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe. In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake, with Equistone remaining invested as a minority shareholder.

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Job Purpose:

For private equity professionals interested in working with leading global private equity real estate and credit funds or asset managers on supporting various stages of the investment cycle with a primary focus on financial modeling, scenario analysis, stress testing, detailed underwriting and credit memos.

Job Responsibilities:

• Real Estate Financial Modeling: Build and update complex financial models for real estate investments at both asset and fund levels from scratch, including cash flow forecasting, valuation analysis, scenario planning and stress testing.
• Create and review flexible portfolio models for periodic independent valuations, preparing roll up tabs and integrating portfolio level sensitivities for decision making.
• Take the lead in designing valuation approaches for new deal acquisitions, run sensitivity analysis and modeling for different scenarios.
• Waterfall and LBO Structuring: Develop waterfall distribution models for joint ventures and funds, incorporating preferred returns, tiered equity splits. Ability to work on LBO-style leveraged deal structures and designing payment waterfalls.
• Underwriting and Investment Analysis: Conduct detailed underwriting of real estate transactions across asset classes (multifamily, office, retail, industrial etc.), evaluation metrices such as IRR, equity multiples, DSCR, LTV and debt yield.
• Present the analysis or cashflow models to clients/third parties on calls as well as assist in the preparation of investment summaries, market research and credit memos.
• Supervise, mentor and train analysts/associates or team members in investment analysis, financial modeling and RE asset valuations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, build and maintain strong relationships with them while actively seeking opportunities for expansion.

Key Skills:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience in real estate investment management, financial modeling, due diligence/underwriting support or related disciplines.
• Understanding of financial statements of various asset classes and valuation methodologies.
• CFA, CA, MBA from a top tier business school (with finance and accounting background).
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling using MS Excel, VBA and ARGUS knowledge is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to interpret complex data
• Strong written and communication skills with experience in client relationship and internal stakeholders management
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS PPT, MS - Word
• Dedicated and motivated individuals having demonstrated the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines with strong leadership, analytical, and teamwork skills
• Hands-on experience on various real estate tools or key databases (Yardi, RCA, CoStar, Green Street, CRE, REIS, Argus, iLevel, Rockport, RealInsight, etc.) for market analysis and reporting