Property Investments Analyst -OMIG Business at Old Mutual Kenya

Job Description

The job holder will be responsible for undertaking property research to inform and support investment decisions.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Advise clients on how to optimize their property portfolios including disposal recommendations, property holding structures, joint ventures etc Carry out feasibility studies on potential and existing property investment opportunities and make recommendations to the OMIG Investment team.

• Coordinate due diligence in line with the laid down guidelines and requirements and support the property needs where necessary but within the approved parameters.
• Review due diligence reports and prepare reports and analysis for the Investment Committee to guide/ inform decision making.

Identify opportunities for acquiring suitable properties and leverage on relationships with property managers, property developers, valuers, investors and other relevant internal and external parties to identify a suitable pipeline for OMIG clients.

• Evaluate, analyze and provide relevant information and recommendations regarding investment attractiveness of income producing real estate assets for acquisition by OMIG clients.
• Analyze and prepare reports on property operating statements, property valuation etc. for the purpose of informing decision-making on the acquisition and or disposal on income producing real estate assets for OMIG clients.
• Contribute and participate in the acquisition and or disposal negotiation process for prospective/existing properties.
• Advise on how to optimize the client’s property portfolios

Reporting

• Prepare periodic quarterly asset management reports and as when required providing relevant recommendations and tracking performance of the real estate assets under management.

Proactively participate in knowledge management and sharing

• Perform market research and analysis and keep abreast of trends, news, events etc. so that all possible, new or enhanced opportunities are identified and exploited.
• Act as a resource for information and knowledge sharing and related best practices.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Relevant university degree in Land Economics (QS/Valuer), Architecture, Civil/Mechanical Engineering,  or related property management field
• Membership in a recognized professional body.
• Relevant professional qualifications property management and Finance/Accounting .
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a real estate management or construction firm, fund manager or a banking institution but in real estate related role, property investments research firm or a corporate finance firm/role.

COMPETENCIES &SKILLS

• Financial modelling and valuation skills
• Knowledge of investments and financial markets
• Demonstrated ability to research, analyze and evaluate investment strategies and positions
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Report writing skills