Private Real Estate Fund Investment Officer#12306

Japanese Asset management company seeks a Private Real Estate Fund Investment Officer.

Location: NYC Manhattan/ 10017
Salary: $120K-$200K DOE
The salary will be determined based on your experience after the interview process.
Benefits: Health Dental PTO401K Holiday pay and others
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Asset Management / Financial Services
Recruitment Schedule: The anticipated start date for this position is between January and March 2026. The Hiring process will begin prior to that period.


Position Overview
A global Japanese financial institution is seeking an experienced Private Real Estate Fund Investment Officer to join its investment team. This role focuses on evaluating executing and monitoring investments in private real estate funds across international markets. The ideal candidate will bring 515 years of relevant experience strong analytical capabilities and a deep understanding of real estate fund structures and strategies.

Key Responsibilities
Source and evaluate private real estate fund opportunities globally
Conduct thorough due diligence including financial operational and market analysis
Assess fund performance investment strategy and risk profile
Prepare investment proposals and present recommendations to senior stakeholders
Monitor existing fund investments and maintain relationships with fund managers
Collaborate with internal teams and overseas headquarters on portfolio strategy and reporting
Stay informed on global real estate market trends regulatory developments and macroeconomic conditions

Required Qualifications
515 years of professional experience in private real estate fund investment including fund selection due diligence and portfolio monitoring
Demonstrated expertise in evaluating core value-add and opportunistic real estate strategies across various geographies
Deep understanding of real estate asset classes (e.g. office retail industrial multifamily logistics) and fund structures (e.g. commingled funds co-investments separate accounts)
Proven ability to assess fund manager capabilities track records and alignment of interests
Strong proficiency in financial modeling including IRR cash flow projections and scenario analysis
Experience preparing and presenting investment memos and recommendations to senior stakeholders or investment committees
A bachelors degree in Finance Real Estate Economics or a related field is required.
Masters degree or CFA designation is strongly preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Japanese language proficiency is a plus but not required
Experience working at a Japanese company and familiarity with Japanese business culture is a strong plus.
Must be able to commute to the office location.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.