Industry: Insurance
Location: Midtown, NY
Salary: $120K-$200K (DOE)
Visa Sponsor: No
Language: English: Business Level, Japanese: Conversation Level
Detail: 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, PTO,401K, 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 5–15 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:
●5–15 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 bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or a related field is required.
●Master’s 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.