M&A, Real Estate VP (London, UK)

Alantra is an independent global mid-market financial services firm providing investment banking, asset management, and private capital services to companies, families, and investors operating in the mid-market segment. The Group has over 650 professionals across Europe, the US, Latin America, and Asia.

Its Investment Banking division provides independent advice on M&A, debt advisory, financial restructuring, structured funding & asset backed securitizations, credit portfolio advisory and capital markets transactions, having advised on c. 750 deals for a total value of c. €187bn in the last four years. Alantra’s senior bankers and execution teams offer a global understanding of industry sectors combined with strong local relationships with the companies, investors, entrepreneurs, and financing institutions in each of its markets.

In Alternative Asset Management, Alantra offers its clients unique access to a wide range of investment strategies in five highly specialized asset management classes (private equity, active funds, private debt, energy, and venture capital). As of 31 December 2023, assets under management from consolidated businesses stood at €2.2bn, while assets under management from Strategic Partnerships, in which Alantra holds a significant stake, were at more than €13.4bn.

Job Description

The Alantra UK Real Estate team is searching for a VP to join a high performing group of individuals to execute a raft of quality mandates that have recently been secured.

The Real Estate team’s focus is across M&A and capital raising (debt and equity), across its 3 core sectors: Residential, Healthcare and Hospitality.

This specific role is for someone with a good technical background in real estate, who has experience in M&A and capital raising across relevant asset classes. Full pitch to completion execution and project management experience is desired, with good modelling and PowerPoint skills. Candidates will be highly personal and ambitious, with a willingness to take ownership and senior-level responsibility over transactions.

The job involves significant interpersonal interaction with both clients and investors in the preparation and presentation of business plans, information memoranda, and supporting financial analysis. There is also a business development aspect, with the chance to develop skills both originating business and adding to the team’s expertise within the Real Estate sector.

Role Requirements:

• 6-9 years of professional experience
• Existing affinity to the Real Estate sector, gained through academic and/or professional experience.
• Prior involvement in multiple M&A transactions, from start to finish.
• Robust financial and analytical skill set.
• Strong organizational skills
• Able to collaborate effectively within a team.
• A self-starter with a positive outlook and can-do attitude

Application Details:

• Start date: ASAP.
• Location: London, UK