Investment Strategist-Land Aggregation / Land Acquisition

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Investment Strategist to lead land aggregation and society redevelopment efforts. You will be responsible for originating deals, creating business plans, and underwriting and analyzing the return profiles of various projects. This role requires a proven track record in the Bengaluru market, a deep understanding of investment strategy, and the ability to work closely with senior leadership.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Investment Strategy & Deal Origination: Take responsibility for various elements of the investment strategy. Originate deals and create business plans, with a focus on land aggregation and society redevelopment.
• Market Expertise: Demonstrate a strong understanding of Bengaluru real estate market norms. Some knowledge of Mumbai redevelopment would be given due weightage.
• Financial Analysis: Underwrite and analyze the return profiles based on proposed business plans. Perform relative valuation and financial modeling as needed. Idealize and model joint venture (JV) level economics, including promote structures and co-investments.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership on both the buy and sell sides for target screening and idea generation.
• Project Execution: Guide and execute multiple client deliverables, including Investor Committee Presentations and Deal Models (LBOs).
• Liaising & Documentation: Manage projects and teams. Handle liaising with central/state government authorities for land acquisition.

Skills Required

• Proven track record in land acquisition and land investment.
• Experience in society redevelopment engagement.
• Knowledge of acquiring land parcels through outright purchase and tender processes.
• Ability to prepare a PLR (Preliminary Land Report).
• Expertise in financial modeling and valuation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills for liaising with government authorities and senior leadership.

QUALIFICATION:

• MBA/CA/CFA holder is preferred; exceptions may be considered.