Who are we
Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.
At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.
A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.
In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together.
About The Role
What the role will entail
- Join a market-leading capital markets team with an exceptional transaction track record.
- Gain exposure to high-profile investment deals across the UK.
- Work closely with global clients on institutional-grade transactions.
- Strengthen and expand the team’s financial modelling and analysis capabilities.
What you will be responsible for:
Deal Support
- Work alongside senior members of the team in analysing and executing buy-side and sell-side transactions from single-let logistics warehouses to multiple asset portfolios and complex developments.
- Assist with transaction due diligence, liaising with occupational and technical advisors.
- Ensure compliance with internal risk management procedures to warrant best practice.
Financial Analysis & Modelling
- Appraise assets using discounted cash flow (DCF) models including Forbury, Argus Enterprise and Microsoft Excel.
- Undertake sensitivity analysis and scenario modelling to inform investment decisions.
- Interpret and analyse external cash flow models to critically appraise third party information.
- Extract and interpret financial data from tenancy schedules, asset management and development plans, lease agreements, research data and legal documents.
- Apply underwriting assumptions for investment appraisals and assess their impact on cash flow outputs.
- Improve the way that the team utilises its proprietary data to advise clients on the latest trends and opportunities.
- Portfolio monitoring, asset performance tracking with a strategic understanding on how to achieve client requirements.
- Advanced Excel skills essential and a good understanding of numbers.
Pitching and Business Development
- Support with the preparation of pitch documents.
- Assist with the preparation of asset investment memorandums, investor sales packs and investment committee papers.
Information Management and Market Research
- Build a robust knowledge of the sector, with good awareness of both the industrial investment and occupational market dynamics.
- Monitor wider macro-economic trends and market activity, including debt markets with an understanding on how market movements will affect real estate investment and adapting financial models appropriately.
- Keep a comprehensive, well-structured and up to date data set on client activity, investment transactions and relevant leasing transactions.
What experience you will need
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree 2:1 or higher (or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of the drivers of value and performance in real estate investment.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with good attention to detail essential.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel.
- Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders and clients.
Skills and Personal Quality
- Sociable, approachable and dependable, enjoys working with others and has a collaborative approach working as part of a team.
- Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships