Overview
When you join Hines, you will embark on a career journey fueled by vision and guided by leaders who set the standards of our industry. Our legacy is rooted in innovation and excellence, earning us a spot on Fast Company's esteemed annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies, as well as recognition as one of U.S. News & World Report's Best Companies to Work For in **. Discover endless opportunities to grow and make your mark at Hines.
Responsibilities
Hines Spain and Portugal is looking to hire a Senior Associate, depending on relevant experience, into the Acquisitions team. Ancillary responsibilities may include support the analysis and execution of on-going and new investment opportunities.
The role is based in Madrid or Barcelona, reporting directly to the Director of Acquisitions.
Hines Spain and Portugal started operations in in Barcelona and in ** in Madrid with the aim of sourcing and managing high quality investment opportunities in Madrid and Barcelona for Hines' discretionary vehicles and other investment partners. The Spanish platform currently manages a diversified portfolio of high-quality assets located in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Porto close to €2.0B.
Acquisitions pipeline filtering, underwriting, internal approvals process and transaction execution in cooperation with Fund and Portfolio Management teams
Asset level model underwriting, reviews, sensitivity scenario work, interpretation, and translation into internal presentations for investment discussion approvals and IC ?s
Collaborate with Fund Managers and the Hines Research group
Devising asset-level business plans in conjunction with local Hines's asset management, construction, finance and tax teams to maximize value and risk-adjusted returns,
reacting to opportunities and threats and mitigating risks of all types
Participate in sourcing new investment opportunities aligned with our Funds and JV partners requirements
Support Fund Managers in the preparation of investors meetings and investors-related Fund level initiatives
Build and maintain strong working relationships with Hines Fund Management teams and JV partners for transactions and asset management collaboration of all kinds
General support of senior team members in decision-making and execution
Support in asset management or divestment process if needed
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements include:
University degree from a high-calibre institution, preferably in a subject area demanding high analytical aptitude
Highly numerate with a strong skillset in representing the concepts of real estate investment accurately and efficiently in Excel form
5+ years' experience in the Spanish real estate market, ideally acquired within an investment firm, a Big Four real estate advisory practice, or a leading real estate consultancy.
Demonstrable interest in Real Estate transactions in Office, Residential/Living, Retail and/or Logistics real estate as well as Alternative niches would be beneficial
Understanding of the conceptual framework of Real Estate investment and investment management more broadly
Strong understanding of the MS Office suite, most particularly Excel,
but also PowerPoint and Word – able to produce and review detailed underwritings and well-curated investors-presentations
Language skills: Spanish mother tongue preferably and excellent communication skills with confident fluency in written and spoken English
Previous experience in either London or an English-speaking market highly desirable
Immediate start preferred
Ability to relate well to other people at all levels, internally and externally. Culturally sensitive. Display passion and energy, creating a positive working environment
Pro-active, self-motivated, and adept at using own initiative to be most effective
Exceptional confidence, independence, and interest in working in an entrepreneurial environment
Ability to find creative ways to solve complex situations through structuring
Attention to and care for detail in all work
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work quickly to a high standard under pressure
Positive energy and contribution to team spirit
Ambition and desire to build personal skill set and value in the role
Salary and selected benefits will be at market and depend on the specific experience and skill set of the candidate.
Closing
At Hines, we strive for excellence as a leading general real estate investment manager, driven by our by our belief that real estate is fundamentally about people. Our diverse portfolio spans $93.2 billion1 of assets across such property types as living, office, retail, mixed-use, logistics and life science projects – all designed to enhance value, connection and inspiration. Our strategic approach integrates local expertise with global knowledge, taking calculated risks aligned with our convictions to
📌 Senior Associate (Madrid)
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