Overseas investment into Real Estate is surging…. firms need deal-ready teams and the talent gap is widening!
International buyers are back! Overseas capital accounts for 59% of year-to-date investment volumes (vs just 36% in 2024).
As deal flow accelerates, cross-border transactions are becoming more complex – requiring smarter structuring – while due diligence cycles are getting shorter, making speed and accuracy critical in a competitive capital environment.
For investment professionals in Real Estate, or those looking to make that shift; now is the time to position your CV to capitalise on it!
Those landing the best roles right now aren’t just technically strong; they’re demonstrating value add capabilities. That means:
➡️ Showcasing your transaction experience. If you’ve been in a quieter role recently, highlight smaller deals or value added through Capex, re-financing or re-purposing; or work done on any notable aborted transactions.
➡️ Get comfortable talking technical: yield compression, debt stacking, and how interest rate movements impact acquisition models.
➡️ Consider targeted upskilling such as the CFA, a recognised financial modelling course or ESG investing certification.
➡️ Crucially, make yourself visible: update your LinkedIn, engage with market commentary, and have conversations with specialist recruiters who understand where the opportunities are.