Our client is a vertically integrated operator, investment, development, asset and facilities management company of purpose built student accommodation. They are active throughout the UK and Europe and are led by a highly experienced executive team with decades of experience from investment sourcing and operators to asset development and facilities management. They are specialists in adding value through operations and asset management. They have been responsible for 18,000 beds and the development of 11,400 beds in the UK, and their portfolio is growing rapidly. They offer significant experience in letting and managing student halls of residence enhancing: Financial and asset reporting to investors Net operating income Value of assets Customer experience Development & Planning Acquiring land and developing assets. Planning & design Investment sourcing & maximisation; creating joint ventures and investment vehicles with an acceptable fee, incentive, and profit sharing arrangements Manage risk and maximise returns, throughout the development cycle. Operations & Management Key Responsibilities: Supporting acquisition and portfolio management activities within the investment team Assessing new investment opportunities and producing clear summaries for decision-making Building, updating, and amending complex financial models for new and existing opportunities Conducting market research, including comparable analysis, micro and macro location analysis, and monitoring the UK Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector Preparing investment opportunity decks, Board presentations, and quarterly reports Opportunity to get involved across the business, life-cycle, and up to Board level. Requirements : Ideally a post grad degree - Masters (MSc) A degree (2:1 or better) in a related analytical field, e.g. business, finance, real estate, mathematics, economics etc. from a leading University c1-2 years of experience in an equivalent or similar, real estate investment role Excellent financial modelling skills Good commercial instincts and high attention to detail Experience in the student accommodation (PBSA) sector or ‘alternative/living’ real estate sectors is desirable Strong analytical and numerical skills Good organisational skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Self-starting attitude with an entrepreneurial spirit Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel Excellent spoken and written English