Asset Manager Associate Sydney, Australia– Hybrid Permanent At AXA IM our purpose, to act for human progress by investing for what matters, is central to every action we take as a business. As a responsible asset manager, we actively invest for the long-term to help our clients, our people and the world to prosper. As a future Asset Manager Associate, you will report to Head of Asset Management, and you will be part of AXA IM Alts – Real Estate. DISCOVER your opportunity The Asset Manager Associate will support the Asset Management Team and be responsible for the management and value creation of the Australian portfolio of properties The Asset Manager Associate ("Associate") forms part of a dynamic Asset Management team based in Sydney with exposure to a variety of assets across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Along with supporting the Senior Asset Managers, they will shape/define asset strategic and business plans, undertake commercial deal analysis, assisting with project or development management, property management liaison and disposals across the portfolio. The Associate will be responsible for implementing business plans and delivering best value initiatives across the portfolio, which includes: Support the Senior Asset Managers in defining and creating asset strategies and annual business plans/budgets with corresponding financial models (DCF) ensuring consistency with investors' strategy. Monitoring of the asset budgets (revenues, opex and capex) comparing to approved business plans. Analysing commercial leasing deals and conducting internal valuation analysis. Maintenance of financial models (DCF, valuation and other commercial models) Regularly interact and present to key stakeholders, including Fund Managers, Senior Asset Managers, and Investment Committee Gatekeeper of asset level ESG data via the application of relevant ESG tools. Implement asset level ESG action plans and identify new opportunities to enhance ESG related performance Manage and liaise with property managers to achieve asset level KPI's, ensure adherence to best management practices and work closely to resolve any disputes Contribute to the implementation of the marketing and letting strategy Assist with the successful delivery of Capex projects, refurbishment, or development programs, working closely with internal and/or external advisors Provide analytical and presentation support on ad hoc strategic / managerial topics Monitor external valuations, asset KPI's and contribute to investor reporting Support investment underwritings led by the Transactions team and the on-board new assets, and assist the Transaction team and Senior Asset Managers for disposals. SHARE your unique expertise We welcome different combinations of skills & experiences. Your qualifications and experience: Undergraduate degree in business, finance or real estate (or equivalent) API or RICS Certification is preferred, but not a pre-condition 3-8 years' experience in the real estate sector Relevant experience in real estate in an asset & investment manager / property company / letting or investment agent / professional advisory firm in the real estate industry Good knowledge of local real estate market Understanding of financial techniques (and experience in property analytics) related to real estate investments Your knowledge and skills: Accomplished interpersonal skills and the ability to work efficiently in a team Autonomous, initiative, entrepreneurial and result driven culture Strong analytical skills Verbal and written communications and presentation skills Creative thinking, capability to develop innovative solutions Fluent in English We would love to know more about you. Let's connect! Send us your resume. #J-18808-Ljbffr