Job Description

Job Title: Director/Managing Director of Acquisitions, APAC
Location: SingaporeWe are working with a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm to hire a dynamic real estate investment professional to join the acquisitions team as a Director and focus on sourcing and executing strategic real estate investments across the APAC region. This leadership role requires a highly motivated, results-oriented professional with extensive knowledge of the region's real estate landscape and strong deal origination and execution capabilities.Key Responsibilities:

• Investment Strategy and Sourcing: Develop and implement acquisition strategies aligned with the firm's growth objectives in APAC, focusing on high-quality opportunities in the region
• Deal Origination: Be well networked with other real estate investors and owners and have the ability to source and originate real estate investment opportunities in the APAC region
• Deal Execution: Lead the end-to-end acquisition process, including financial analysis, due diligence, structuring, negotiations, and closing transactions, ensuring alignment with the firm's investment criteria and risk management guidelines.
• Market Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities in target markets, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Stakeholder Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including institutional investors, local partners, brokers, and governmental agencies, to enhance deal flow and support transaction success.
• Team Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful investment outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, investment banking, private equity, or related fields, with a strong track record of successful transactions in APAC, particularly in Singapore, Australia, and Hong Kong.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., CFA, CAIA) is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling, underwriting, and valuation techniques for real estate assets, with strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and make sound, strategic decisions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a top-tier real estate investment firm within a high-potential region. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep market knowledge and a passion for delivering results.

Macdonald & Company