Senior Vice President, Local Real Estate Investment Division

Job Summary:

The Senior Vice President will be responsible for identifying and evaluating partnership and investment opportunities in the real estate, construction, and prop-tech industries. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of international real estate markets, a proven track record of executing complex projects and investments, and experience managing relationships with external partners. The role is a balance between business development / investment attraction, high level financial analysis, business strategy, and stakeholder management. The position will require building and managing potential and current stakeholder relationships with businesses within the Local Real Estate Investment Division’s (LREID) targeted sectors to find new investment opportunities. The role requires a high degree of diplomacy, organization, and attention to detail.

Duties/Responsibilities:

LREID Business Development Leadership & Strategy:

• Manage and build a team of Local Real Estate Business Development professionals.
• Develop and implement targeted business development strategies specific to the Local Real Estate Investment team, aligning with the overall business objectives.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the USSA-LREID Annual Operating Plan (AOP), aligning business development activities with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage budgets for LREID business development activities.
• Recruit and onboard USSA-LREID Department staff, ensuring the team has the necessary skills and expertise.

Investment Sourcing:

• Identify and pursue investment opportunities tailored to the Local Real Estate team, leveraging an in-depth understanding of client preferences and objectives.
• Engage in proactive business development activities to uncover new investment prospects and potential partnerships.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of investment opportunities for team and report on these opportunities.
• Craft compelling presentations and materials for meetings and client pitches.

Market Research and Strategy:

• Stay informed about market trends and industry developments through thorough research on companies and sectors to inform strategic decision-making.
• Keep abreast of global market trends and regulatory changes that may impact investment opportunities in the U.S. and MENA. Regions.
• Produce detailed reports, summaries, and investment proposals for internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize exceptional writing and editing skills to articulate complex information clearly and effectively.

Conferences/Roadshows:

• Attend industry conferences to represent Local Real Estate Investment Team.
• Organize and execute impactful conferences and roadshows to showcase the Local Real Estate Investment team’s expertise and services.
• Take charge of setting the agenda for U.S. Roadshows, ensuring alignment with key topics, presentations, and meetings.
• Report on activities at conferences and roadshows.

Stakeholder Relations:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within the Local Real Estate Investment team, including leadership, asset managers, and decision-makers.
• Foster relationships with external partners, industry experts, and investment professionals in the U.S. and MENA regions.
• Proactively schedule and manage follow-up meetings and interactions to advance investment initiatives.
• Provide support for ad-hoc projects and other tasks as delegated by team members.

Client Relationships and Comprehension:

• Cultivate and nurture strong client relationships within the Local Real Estate Investment team, demonstrating a keen understanding of their unique needs, preferences, and challenges.

Requirements:

• degree in Finance, Investment Management, or Real Estate Development.
• 15+ years of progressive real estate experience.
• Extensive understanding of the real estate market and strong external connections.
• Experience executing complex investments, including experience negotiating and structuring transactions.
• Extensive analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial information and communicate insights effectively.
• Experience working in a global, multicultural, environment and knowledge of foreign investment regulations and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to think methodically and strategically to solve problems and implement solutions.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Workday, Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 25%

This job description is not meant to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities of this job. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned. USSA International reserves the right to change or modify job duties as necessary based on business necessity.

The base pay range for this position is $240,000- $310,000. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history, job-related knowledge, qualifications, and skills.

Notice to third party agencies:

Please note that USSA International does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, USSA International will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, USSA International explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of USSA International.

Additional Details:

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