Real Estate Financial Analyst

Job Overview

A prominent and highly respected organisation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Real Estate Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team. This is a Full-Time position based in the thriving city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the real estate development team by providing in-depth financial analysis, comprehensive market research, and meticulous due diligence for a variety of landmark projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented analyst to contribute to significant developments within one of the region's most exciting real estate markets.


Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed financial modelling and analysis for potential and existing real estate development projects, including cash flow projections, IRR, and NPV calculations.

• Performing comprehensive market research to identify and evaluate new investment and development opportunities, analysing trends, competitor activity, and demographic data.

• Assisting in the due diligence process for property acquisitions, which includes reviewing financial, legal, and operational documentation.

• Preparing high-quality investment memorandums, presentations, and reports for senior management and external stakeholders.

• Developing and maintaining sophisticated financial models to support strategic decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.

• Collaborating closely with internal teams, including project management, legal, and finance, to ensure seamless project execution.

• Assisting with the preparation of project budgets, forecasts, and performance monitoring against key metrics.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree or professional qualification (e.g., CFA, RICS) is highly desirable.

• Proven experience in a real estate analysis, development, or investment role.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and extensive experience in creating complex financial models from scratch.

• A strong understanding of real estate investment principles, valuation techniques, and development processes.

• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Proficiency in Arabic would be a significant advantage.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• A proactive and commercially astute individual with a genuine passion for the real estate industry.