We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Associate with 3-5 years of experience in property and development finance to join an established pan-European development finance firm.
In this role, you will be a key part of the underwriting team, managing transactions across the lifespan of a Development Finance facility. A successful candidate must be numerically strong, have great attention to detail, and be fluent in both German and English.
Key Duties:
* Lead and coordinate the overall due diligence/underwriting process.
* Review initial deal information and prepare financial models in accordance with our policies/hurdles to share terms with clients.
* Produce key underwriting documents, particularly detailed credit applications, with direction from Deal Originators and support from the Deal Execution team.
* Review professional reports and provide feedback on issues, questions, and comments to professionals with the Head of Credit.
* Proactively flag issues and potential risks to the Head of Credit and offer solutions to resolve these with minimal impact on clients.
* Coordinate and lead communication with clients and stakeholders.
* Attend client meetings and contribute to new business development activities.
* Contribute to the development of changes, new ideas, and innovation within the wider business.
* Undertake required admin and updates on internal systems; participate in relevant training and development activities.
* Carry out business-required ad hoc activities and cross-functional requirements.
Required Experience, Skills, and Characteristics:
* Minimum of 3-5 years of development finance experience and direct underwriting experience in German transactions.
* Fluent German and English speaker.
* Experience coordinating with solicitors and reviewing finance/security documents.
* Strong interest and understanding of the German property sector, with the ability to articulate views and data related to this.
* Degree educated; further education related to property and real estate is a plus.
* Ability to build strong relationships with clients and brokers.
* Excellent mathematical understanding and financial modelling skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Confidence in addressing new situations and willingness to take on challenges.
* Highly organised, able to prioritise and coordinate tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team.
* Team player who deals effectively and openly with colleagues and clients.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and willing to adopt new internal systems as required.