Finance Director

Finance Director - International Investment & Fund Management Firm

London Based

Salary: £175k to 200k per annum, plus bonus and benefits

Are you ready to take on a pivotal leadership role with an international investment and fund management firm specializing in private equity real estate?

We are seeking a Finance Director to join the business and support the growth of a multi-billion-pound portfolio.

About the company:
A globally recognized investment firm that partners with both institutional and private investors to deploy capital across a range of high-value private equity real estate projects. With a diverse portfolio spanning multiple markets, they pride ourselves on delivering superior returns while maintaining a strong focus on ESG principles.

Role Overview:
As Finance Director, you will play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of the business, overseeing all financial operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a proven track record in real estate fund management to step into a senior leadership position within an ambitious, forward-thinking firm.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, & forecasting for the firm's real estate funds & investment vehicles.
• Manage the financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulatory bodies.
• Provide strategic insights to the executive team, supporting investment decisions and capital allocation.
• Oversee tax planning and structuring to optimise returns for both institutional and private investors.
• Collaborate with the investor relations team to produce detailed financial analyses and reports for stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and legal advisors.
• Drive improvements in financial systems, procedures & processes to support the firm's growth strategy.

Key skills required will include:

• Be a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven experience in finance leadership roles.
• Strong background in private equity real estate, with experience managing funds and working across complex investment structures.
• Proven ability to manage financial operations for multi-jurisdictional entities.
• Expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting for large portfolios.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Familiarity with ESG-related financial strategies is a plus.

Why Join them?

• Work with an international firm at the forefront of real estate private equity.
• Lead a high-performing finance team and shape the future of the company's investment strategy.
• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity for global travel and to work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

If you're a visionary finance professional looking to make a significant impact in the private equity real estate sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Now to join a firm where your expertise will drive financial success and shape the future of global real estate investments!