Senior Analyst Fund Management

About JLL – We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 91,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally. Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! #LI-DNI TEAM OVERVIEW: Encore+ is a Continental European open-ended real estate fund investing in direct property with a GAV of c.€4bn. The Encore+ Fund Management team is responsible for the fund strategy (Acquisitions, Asset Management, Financing, Sustainability) and performance. It involves close collaboration and teamwork with the Acquisition, Asset Management, Sustainability, Investor Relations, Finance, and Financing teams and Senior Management, as well as liaising with external service providers and the clients. ROLE AND ACCOUNTABILITIES: The role is acquisitions (in whole Continental Europe) and fund performance focused, involving working closely with Acquisition, Finance and Financing teams. The role will require excellent quantitative skills to analyse acquisition cash-flows and run sensitivities returns at Fund level. The successful candidate must be fluent in English (professional fluency) and have strong written & presentation skills. Proficiency in German will be considered positively. A creative and problem-solving approach that can accommodate and adapt to regional specificities is required, as is the drive to improve and accelerate Fund processes and generate efficiencies. There will also be an opportunity to get involved in ad hoc projects, including strategy work and business development. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Coordinate, update and review the acquisition pipeline Oversee the acquisition cash-flows prepared by acquisition teams, challenge the inputs and business plan in order to optimise risk/returns for the Fund Manage Fund Model and Liquidity model to forecast performance and equity needs for the Fund Preparation of Property cash flows of assets currently held in Argus and Excel to calculate and analyse Property performance Creating reports and presentations for internal and external parties in English Providing quarterly financial data to performance service providers and checking their outcomes Updating monthly/quarterly/annual reports and Fund databases, and developing analytical tools to improve Fund data and support decision making Preparation of Investment Committee memorandums Work closely with junior members of the fund team to guide them in assisting in the above responsibilities REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: Fluent in English Very strong analytical ability and attention to detail Good verbal and written communication skills Desire to create constructive change and operational improvements throughout the fund Ability to work both independently and as part of the European team, in a proactive, reactive, and accountable manner Excellent multi-tasking skills and willingness to complete a variety of projects simultaneously Excellent IT-skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Argus) and ability to adapt to a digital working environment through adoption of new systems and willingness to create efficiencies through technology At least 1 - 3 years of relevant experience (Real estate, PE, M&A etc.), which may include intern positions Acquisition experience is desirable Ability to travel to other European LaSalle offices and assets held by the fund. LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community What you can expect from us We succeed together and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success. Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well-being and providing competitive benefits and pay. We can’t wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today!