Real Estate Development Analyst

Job Overview

A prominent and highly respected organisation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Real Estate Development 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 regions 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 Bachelors degree in Finance Real Estate Economics or a related discipline. A Masters 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.