Our client is a UK headquartered investment firm which specialises in private market strategies. Their platform spans real estate, energy infrastructure, and private credit, offering both equity and debt solutions.
Description
Exciting opportunity for a Partner, Real Estate Private Credit to join an established investment manager in London.
Origination & Execution
- Focus on sourcing, structuring, and executing private credit transactions in UK commercial real estate.
- Deal sizes expected to range from £25m-£50m+, with flexibility for portfolio aggregation or leverage.
- Emphasis on tailored financing solutions across the capital stack (senior, mezzanine, whole loans).
Portfolio & Risk Management
- Oversight of a growing portfolio with a focus on strong risk-adjusted returns.
- IRR targets of 10-13%, with room for lower returns where leverage or granularity improves performance.
- Active monitoring of asset performance and risk management strategies.
Strategic Growth
- Leadership in UK platform expansion as part of long-term strategy.
- Building relationships with borrowers, developers, brokers, and institutional partners.
Leadership & Governance
- Representation at investment committees and senior leadership forums.
- Mentorship and development of investment team; fostering a high-performance culture.
Profile
Experience & Skills
- Minimum 15 years in real estate private credit or lending, ideally from a credit fund.
- Proven track record in UK CRE debt transactions (investment and development).
- Strong underwriting, structuring, and negotiation skills.
- Deep market knowledge of UK CRE; European exposure beneficial.
- Familiarity with leveraged structures and capital markets.
Attributes
- Entrepreneurial and commercially driven.
- Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Job Offer
Competitive package including base salary and performance-based bonus aligned with strategic impact