Associate Director

Job Purpose

Acuity is currently looking for a highly experienced and motivated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in REIT processes, offshore operations and outsourcing.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in establishing and managing teams, leading analysts and associates, and engaging with clients. Additionally, they should have technical expertise in REIT processes, including but not limited to pricing, valuation, portfolio analysis, financial analysis, market intelligence, investment analysis, regulatory research, and property-level analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage a team of analysts and associates from scratch, ensuring effective training, development, and performance management
• Working closely with Sales & Marketing team and help in preparing pitches and materials for client meetings and roadshows
• Meeting with prospective clients and working out solutions. Act as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their needs, providing updates, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction
• Supporting our clients in REIT industry on performing various research & analysis and produce valuable insights. Meet project timelines and quality of deliverables in a manner to ensure "high client satisfaction"
• Deliver expert insights and oversee the preparation & analysis of various projects, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards
• Provide expert analysis of market trends, property performance, and investment potential to support strategic decision-making
• Demonstrate strength and experience in client / requester relationship building and management, information / knowledge needs assessment

Key Competencies

• Post-Graduation in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in real estate analysis, REIT operations and team management, preferably within a REIT / offshore capability centre or similar environment
• Proven experience in setting up and managing teams, with strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Extensive knowledge of real estate / REIT market dynamics, trends, and regulatory requirements in the North American and European region
• Proficiency in MS Office suite specially Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point and relevant software / tools (financial analysis software etc)
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modelling and analysis
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Market and Sub-market analysis including comp set
• Excellent communication, presentations skills with experience in client handling
• In-depth knowledge of database such as Bloomberg, Yardi, MRI and other REIT specific databases / tools