Investment Manager - Real Estate Debt

Role overview

Octopus Capital is looking for an Investment Manager to originate, structure and execute commercial and development debt opportunities across the UK. This is a senior front-line role with direct accountability for new business, conversion and delivery of agreed lending targets, within an established real estate debt platform.

Key responsibilities

- Originate lending opportunities through a network of brokers, borrowers and advisers across commercial real estate, development finance and living sectors (residential-for-sale, PBSA, co-living, build-to-rent, retirement living, care)

- Assess borrower quality, asset, business plan, exit strategy, leverage, planning status and pricing

- Structure transactions, negotiate terms and own deals from enquiry through Credit Committee approval, documentation and completion

- Prepare investment papers and recommendations for Credit Committee

- Mentor junior team members and help improve origination processes and pipeline discipline

Qualifications

- Credible track record in UK real estate finance and a strong network of brokers, borrowers and advisers

Compensation

Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus linked to individual origination and team results, plus the Octopus benefits package.