Investment Associate - Real Estate Debt (Origination)

4w4 weeks ago

Octopus

London, GB · Full-time · £60,000 – £85,000

About this role

Join a leading real estate debt team in a front-line origination role at Octopus. Gain direct exposure to borrowers, brokers and a variety of transactions in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. The position centres on origination and new business generation to expand the UK loan book.

Source and develop new lending opportunities across the UK while building strong relationships with brokers, borrowers and advisers. Support senior colleagues with deal assessment, execution and preparation of investment papers for Credit Committee. Engage in market research to shape origination strategy and monitor trends for opportunities.

Work closely with colleagues across investment and wider debt teams in a client-facing role. Represent the firm at industry events, conferences and meetings to grow origination channels. Liaise with internal teams like legal, risk and operations for smooth transaction delivery.

This role offers strong career progression for the commercially minded and ambitious candidate. Play a key role in the growth of the real estate debt platform. Bring drive and energy to generate deal flow across commercial, investment and living sectors.

Requirements

Experience in real estate, debt, finance or a related sector
Exposure to business development, origination or client relationship management
Strong knowledge of the UK real estate market (investment, commercial, living and development sectors)
Working knowledge of financial modelling (preferred but not essential)
Strong interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to build relationships over the long term
RICS / CFA / CAIA qualification an advantage

Responsibilities

Source and develop new lending opportunities across the UK
Build and maintain lasting relationships with brokers, borrowers, advisers and other market contacts
Represent the firm at industry events, conferences and meetings to grow origination channels
Monitor market trends and competitor activity to spot opportunities
Review and assess new opportunities, providing input on structure and viability
Support the execution of transactions from first engagement through to completion
Prepare investment papers for Credit Committee
Liaise with internal teams (legal, risk, operations) to ensure smooth delivery

Benefits

Bonus, pension and share incentive plan
Untracked holiday
Hybrid working – 3 days a week in the office
Anchor wellness hub including Headspace, one to one coaching, Digital GP and more
Up to 6 months paid parental leave regardless of gender
Life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection
Private medical insurance for you and your family
Electric vehicle leasing