Analyst, Real Estate Asset Management
15 hours ago
Madrid
ppOver the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry. /p h3Job Description /h3 h3Role Overview /h3 pThe Analyst – Asset Management (Multi-Asset Class) will support the Asset Management team in driving value creation, monitoring performance, and executing business plans across a diversified portfolio spanning multiple asset classes. The role will partner closely with senior asset managers, investment teams, finance, and third-party operators/servicers to ensure high-quality analysis, reporting, governance, and disciplined execution throughout the asset lifecycle. While reporting to a designated Vice President (VP) or above, the Analyst will work day-to-day with different senior members of the Asset Management team across the portfolio. /p pBased in Madrid, this position will primarily support assets across Spain (with broader European exposure), working across the full range of strategies and structures (direct holdings, joint ventures, and Co-Invest vehicles). /p pThe Analyst will contribute to acquisitions onboarding, ongoing asset oversight, financing and refinancing processes, and exit execution, with a focus on rigorous financial analysis, data integrity, and clear communication to internal and external stakeholders. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Asset Management Support Value Creation /h3 ul liSupport senior asset managers in developing, tracking and updating asset-level business plans, including identification of performance gaps and value creation initiatives. /li liMonitor operating and financial performance versus plan (e.g., revenue, costs, NOI/EBITDA, IRR or equivalent KPIs by strategy) and prepare concise variance analysis and commentary. /li liCoordinate and support annual budgeting and periodic IRR reforecasting cycles, ensuring timely inputs, consistency of assumptions, and clear audit trails. /li liMaintain and enhance asset/deal financial models (cash flow, debt, scenarios, sensitivities), and support hold/sell analysis and decision‑making materials. /li liTrack key initiatives (commercial actions, capex programmes, remediation plans) and maintain action logs, timelines, and milestone reporting for internal governance. /li /ul h3Third-Party Management, Data Governance /h3 ul liCollect, validate and consolidate reporting from property managers, operating partners, and other third parties; follow up on data gaps and inconsistencies. /li liPrepare materials for weekly/monthly operating reviews and quarterly business reviews, including dashboards, KPI packs, and meeting minutes/action trackers as required. /li liSupport the standardisation of reporting templates and definitions across asset classes to enable consistent portfolio aggregation and performance comparisons. /li liAssist with contract and fee tracking (where applicable), ensuring key terms are captured and reflected in models and forecasts. /li liMaintain core asset documentation (business plans, budgets, valuations, insurance and compliance items, key correspondence) to support audit readiness and efficient execution. /li /ul h3Market, Commercial Portfolio Analytics /h3 ul liConduct market research and benchmarking (rents/pricing, vacancies, supply pipeline, cap rates, comparable transactions) and translate findings into actionable insights for business plans. /li liSupport valuation processes by compiling inputs, updating cash flow assumptions, and coordinating with third‑party valuers where relevant. /li liMaintain portfolio dashboards and performance attribution (drivers of return, leverage impacts, FX impacts where applicable) for internal stakeholders. /li liTrack key macro, regulatory and sector‑specific developments relevant to the portfolio and summarise implications for asset strategy and risk management. /li liPrepare ad hoc analysis in support of asset‑level decisions (capex prioritisation, leasing/commercial strategies, restructuring options, hedging considerations as applicable). /li /ul h3Reporting Stakeholder Management /h3 ul liPrepare recurring asset and deal level reporting packs for internal committees and senior management, including performance highlights, risks, and required decisions. /li liEnsure data quality and version control across models, forecasts and reporting outputs; maintain clear assumptions and supporting backup. /li liInput and reconcile actuals, perform quality checks, and update asset/deal models accordingly to reflect latest performance and revised assumptions. /li liSupport investor reporting and due diligence requests by coordinating inputs from internal teams and third parties and performing checks for completeness and consistency. /li liWork closely with Investments, Portfolio Management, Finance, Tax, Legal and ESG to support execution across the asset lifecycle and timely resolution of queries. /li /ul h3IPD Management /h3 ul liCoordinate periodic IPD data submissions across assets (working with internal teams and third parties) and ensure completeness, consistency and timely delivery. /li liMaintain the IPD reporting database, including data quality checks, reconciliations to internal reporting, and documentation of assumptions and methodologies. /li liAct as a point of contact for IPD‑related queries, liaising with the IPD provider/consultants and supporting audit trails and follow‑ups. /li liSupport performance benchmarking and analytics using IPD outputs, highlighting key trends, out/underperformance drivers and data limitations. /li /ul h3Acquisition Support /h3 ul liSupport acquisitions and onboarding by compiling asset‑level and market data, assisting with underwriting assumptions, coordinating operational/financial due diligence workstreams, and helping set up post‑close reporting and governance. /li liIf required by the Investment team, assist in preparing Investment Committee (IC) materials (e.g., asset one‑pagers, market slides) and related supporting analysis. /li /ul h3Dispositions, Refinancing Capital Events /h3 ul liSupport financing and refinancing processes by maintaining lender models/requests, tracking covenant compliance (where applicable), and preparing supporting schedules and analysis. /li liAssist with exit planning and execution, including data room preparation, buyer QA coordination, and analysis to support management presentations and investment committee materials. /li liTrack delivery of business plan initiatives underpinning valuation and exit narratives, ensuring supporting evidence and documentation are readily available. /li /ul h3ESG, Compliance Risk /h3 ul liSupport integration of ESG objectives into business plans by tracking KPIs, compiling data from third parties, and helping prepare internal and external reporting. /li liAssist with sustainability initiatives (energy, carbon, certifications) by coordinating data requests, maintaining trackers, and supporting analysis of capex/opex trade‑offs. /li liSupport compliance and risk management workstreams by maintaining registers (insurance, HS, regulatory items), tracking renewals/deadlines, and escalating issues to senior team members. /li /ul h3Team Capability Development /h3 ul liContribute to development of templates, dashboards and playbooks that improve efficiency and consistency across the Asset Management platform. /li liSupport knowledge‑sharing by documenting processes, maintaining trackers, and proactively surfacing insights from portfolio data. /li liParticipate in cross‑office collaboration and support ad‑hoc projects as required. /li /ul h3Candidate Profile /h3 h3Experience /h3 ul li1–3 years’ experience in asset management, investment banking, portfolio management, investment management, transaction services, corporate finance, or an adjacent analytical role within financial services and/or real assets. /li liDemonstrated capability in financial modelling, performance analysis, and delivering high‑quality reporting under tight timelines. /li liExposure to working with multiple stakeholders (internal teams and external service providers) and handling complex datasets and documentation. /li liInterest in gaining broad exposure across asset classes and capital events (acquisitions, refinancings, dispositions), with a strong learning mindset. /li /ul h3Skills Attributes /h3 ul liStrong analytical skills and attention to detail; able to translate large amounts of information into clear outputs and recommendations. /li liAdvanced Excel skills (financial modelling, scenario/sensitivity analysis); comfort with PowerPoint for executive‑ready materials (and familiarity with Power BI or similar is a plus). /li liHigh level of AI literacy and strong willingness to leverage AI tools extensively to improve efficiency and quality (e.g., research synthesis, drafting, data cleaning/analysis), while applying sound judgement, confidentiality and appropriate validation. /li liCommercial judgement and curiosity; proactive in identifying issues, asking the right questions, and proposing solutions. /li liStrong communication and stakeholder management skills; able to work effectively with external partners. /li liOrganised and reliable, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. /li liInterest in ESG integration and responsible investment practices; ability to support data gathering and reporting requirements. /li /ul h3Education Languages /h3 ul liMaster’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering or a related field. /li liFluent in Spanish and English. /li /ul h3Reporting Relationships /h3 pManaging Director, Real Estate Equity /p pThere is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr