Vice President Real Estate Equity Paris
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Vice PresidentAcquisition lead- Real Estate Equity Paris based
BlackRock
BlackRock is a leader in investment management riskmanagementand advisory services for institutional and retail clients worldwide.
As of 31 December 2025 BlackRocks assets under management total US$14 trillion. BlackRock helps clients meet their goals and overcome challenges with a range of products that include separate accounts mutual funds iShares (exchange-traded funds) and other pooled investment vehicles. BlackRock also offers risk management advisory and enterprise investment system services to a broad base of institutional investors through BlackRockSolutions.
Headquartered in New York City the firm employs 22000 talented professionals andmaintainsover 70 offices in over 30 countries around the world. BlackRock is a major presence in key global markets including North and South America Europe Asia Australia and the Middle East and Africa. Foradditionalinformation please visit the Companys website at
BlackRock Real Estate
In todays dynamic and complex global investing market we help our clients access real estate that has the potential to meet their investment goals byprovidinga distinct range of well defined outcome orientated strategies along the investment risk-return spectrum.
Our dedicated teams of industry and sector specialists deliver global reach with deep localexpertise. They have decades of relevant experience are deeply embedded in their operating industries by sector and geography and have developed strong partnership networks over time.
BlackRocks culture of risk management knowledge-sharing and investment discipline sets us apart and underpins all that we do. With over 140 professionals investing across 18 local markets managing over US$25.4bn in client commitments as of 30 September 2025 BlackRock Real Estate partners with clients to provide solutions tailored to individual portfolio needs such as income growth or total return focused real estate outcomes.
KeyResponsibilities:
The Vice President role is designed to support the continued deployment of a value-add investment strategy with a clear focus on driving asset-level performance and identifying scalable growth opportunities. The successful candidate will be expected to adopt a flexible investment mindset with increasing exposure to alternative sectors where structural tailwinds support outsized returns. A key priority of the role will be to contribute to platform-building initiatives and the establishment of strategic joint ventures with operating partners. The investment focus will centre on high-conviction sectors including living industrial hospitality and data centres where active management and operational expertise can unlock this context the VP will play a critical role in sourcing structuring and executing transactions that align with the platforms long-term strategic ambitions.
Deal origination:
Source attractive investment opportunities with a focus onFrench &BeLuxtransactionsthrough building andmaintainingstrong relationships withoperating partnersand intermediaries;
Make recommendations on pursuing investments projects creating new partnership or financing structures;
Maintain market and targeted asset classmonitoringand maintain anetwork of contact (appraisers brokers managers owners)to obtain relevant information.
Deal underwriting and project managementat a pan-europeanlevel:
Lead the evaluation of transactions including overseeing the development of complex financial models and analyses;
Planleadcoordinate and execute the due diligenceprocess in collaboration with internal and externalstakeholders;
Managing workstreams and deal teammembers andpresenting investment recommendations for approval.
Deal structuring and execution:
Negotiate and structure transactions including coordination of financing structuringtaxand legal due diligence workstreams;
Coordinate andparticipatein financing and refinancingof portfolio investments.
Portfoliomonitoringand management:
Help the asset management leadin implementingstrategies tomaximise the performance of the portfolio (refinancing early exit add-on investments )
Assume responsibility for the execution of individual asset level and venture level business plans including monitoring performance against budgets income and cost control project timetables andexit strategies
Prepare internal quarterly valuation reports and develop andmaintainfinancial projection models
Ensure that all other stakeholders including any banking partners are effectively and professionally communicated with and managed when taking ownership of an asset level business plan
Skills&Experience
Relevant Experience:
7 to 10 years of experiencesin realestateprivateequityor infrastructureinvestment ideally with experience in value-add investment platform building acquisition and development or Investment Bank
An in-depth understanding of real estate market dynamics.
Strong understanding of real estate legal documents (purchase-sale agreements partnership and management agreements financing mortgages leases financial statements ).
Tools:Advancedproficiencyin Excel WordPowerPointand other AI-tools.
Interpersonal Skills:Strong teamplayer with strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills with experience coaching and developing deal teams
Language:Fluency in Englishand Frenchwith professional competency in other language(s) desirable
Education:Graduate (MBA MSc or equivalent)
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and have the willingness to take onadditionalresponsibility.
Availability for international travel.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and have the willingness to take onadditionalresponsibility.
Additionally employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and benefits including healthcare leave benefits and retirement benefits. BlackRock operates a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy and your total compensation may vary based on role location and firm department and individual performance.
Our benefits
To help you stay energized engaged and inspired we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRocks hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
Guidance on AI use for candidates
At BlackRock AI has long been part of how we work enhancing decision-making improving operations and helping us deliver better outcomes for clients. We encourage candidates to use AI thoughtfully to learn prepare and work more effectively; but during our interview process we want to focus on getting to know you through your own experiences thinking and judgment. To support you weve provided guidanceon when and how to use AI during our hiring process so you can approach each step with confidence and showcase your best self.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients and the people they serve are saving for retirement paying for their childrens educations buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment the one we make in our employees. Its why were dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed valued and supported with networks benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age disability race religion sex sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
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