The Role
Leads investor relations, fundraising, portfolio reporting, financial analysis, asset-level cash flow modelling, financing, lender management, valuations, and covenant compliance for UK office real estate investments. Partners with investors, finance, asset management, and senior stakeholders to improve portfolio performance, support investment decisions, and maximise returns. Also contributes to team development, process improvement, and mentoring.
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Key information:
- Location: On-site, Knightsbridge with scheduled relocation to Victoria in the new year
- Title: Associate Director, Capital Markets – Investor Relations & Portfolio Management
- Experience: 8+ years experience in UK real estate capital markets, real estate private equity or a closely related investment environment. Must have experience with UK office assets.
The Opportunity
Praxis Group is looking for an experienced, commercially minded Associate Director with capital markets experience and a strong understanding of the UK office sector to join our growing Capital Markets and Portfolio Management team.
This is an exciting time to join Praxis. We are one of the most active acquirers of regional office assets in the UK, with an ambitious growth strategy and an expanding portfolio.
Our Capital Markets team sits at the centre of this activity, working across acquisitions, financing, fundraising, investor relations and asset-level business plan execution.
This is a senior, broad-ranging role offering exposure to the full investment lifecycle. You'll work closely with investors, external lenders, finance and asset management teams, helping drive investment decisions and maximise returns across the portfolio.
We're looking for someone who combines strong financial and analytical skills with commercial judgement, initiative and the confidence to take ownership. Previous leadership or mentoring experience would be an advantage as the team continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities
Investor Relations & Fundraising
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective investors through regular communication and meetings.
- Support fundraising initiatives, including preparing investor presentations and exploring new sources of capital.
- Analyse portfolio performance and communicate key asset management initiatives and investment recommendations.
Investor Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare quarterly investor reports covering asset performance, business plan progress, risks and opportunities.
- Produce and review market updates covering capital markets and relevant UK property sector activity.
- Develop financial analysis and investment materials to support investor discussions and commercial decisions.
Fund & Portfolio Management
- Oversee asset-level cash flow models and provide financial insight to support investment decisions.
- Work with asset management teams to assess leasing strategies, capital expenditure, disposals and other value-enhancement opportunities.
- Identify initiatives to improve asset performance and maximise investor returns.
- Work with finance on portfolio valuations and debt covenant compliance.
- Support debt origination, acquisition financing and refinancing, while managing relationships with external lenders.
Team Development
- Contribute to the continued growth of the Capital Markets and Portfolio Management function.
- Take ownership of projects and process improvements, with opportunities to support and mentor colleagues.
Key Skills & Experience
- At least 8 years' experience in real estate capital markets, real estate private equity or a closely related investment environment.
- A strong understanding of UK commercial real estate, particularly the office sector.
- Excellent financial modelling, Excel and analytical skills.
- Strong commercial judgement and the ability to turn financial analysis into clear, practical recommendations.
- Experience in investor relations, fundraising, debt financing or lender management would be beneficial.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging with investors and senior stakeholders.
- A proactive, independent approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
- Previous leadership, mentoring or team development experience is desirable.
Why Join Praxis?
Praxis is a privately owned, vertically integrated UK real estate investment and management group. With significant acquisition activity and ambitious growth plans, this is an opportunity to join an entrepreneurial business where the Capital Markets team plays a central role in investment and portfolio performance.
You'll benefit from broad investment exposure, direct access to senior decision-makers, meaningful responsibility and the autonomy to influence commercial outcomes.
As the business and team continue to grow, there is also scope to shape processes, develop your expertise and progress your career.
If you have capital markets experience, understand the UK office sector and want to play a key role in an active and growing investment business, we'd welcome your application.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary DOE
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
- Office closure over festive season
- Additional holiday with service
- Generous referral scheme
- Private Medical Insurance (medical history disregarded)
- Annual Dental benefit inclusive of two appointments per year
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- 5% Company pension contribution
- 3x Life Assurance
- Cycle to work scheme (on-site shower room facilities & bike parking in majority of head offices)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Group income protection scheme
On-site 5 days a week (Knightsbridge with scheduled move to Victoria in the new year)
Values
Professionalism | We consistently seek to exceed expectations. Our people can express themselves fully while upholding the highest standards of conduct, competence, and integrity.
Ownership | Every asset, challenge, and opportunity is treated as our own. We deliver all real estate services in-house — never outsourcing responsibility, accountability, or blame.
Entrepreneurialism | We challenge convention and champion imaginative solutions. Rigorous debate is encouraged, and everyone is empowered to make decisions that elevate performance.
Meritocracy | Results, hard work, and strong ideas matter more than age, tenure, or titles. We are a diverse team that collaborates openly so each person can reach their full potential.
Action This Day | We do not defer or delay. Anything that can be done today, is done today.
Entrepreneurialism | We challenge convention and champion imaginative solutions. Rigorous debate is encouraged, and everyone is empowered to make decisions that elevate performance.
Meritocracy | Results, hard work, and strong ideas matter more than age, tenure, or titles. We are a diverse team that collaborates openly so each person can reach their full potential.
Action This Day | We do not defer or delay. Anything that can be done today, is done today.
About
Praxis is a well-established privately owned investor and manager of UK real estate with a track record of exceptional investment performance rooted in astute market timing and best-in-class management. The business was established in 2009 but traces its origins back over three decades and multiple economic cycles. Praxis works with a range of private equity, local authority, institutional and high net worth partners utilising its unique integrated platform and team of over 400 employees to manage and optimise all aspects of the real estate value chain. Praxis operates from offices in London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
Skills Required
- At least 8 years of experience in UK real estate capital markets, real estate private equity, or a closely related investment environment
- Experience with UK office assets and strong understanding of UK commercial real estate
- Excellent financial modelling, Microsoft Excel, and analytical skills
- Strong commercial judgement and ability to convert financial analysis into practical recommendations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence engaging with investors and senior stakeholders
- Proactive, independent approach with ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience in investor relations, fundraising, debt financing, or lender management
- Previous leadership, mentoring, or team development experience
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The Company
What We Do
Praxis is an independent, leading provider of bespoke private wealth, corporate and fund administration, pensions and employer solutions, and yacht services to individuals, families, and corporate and institutional clients across the world. Established in 1972, the group operates globally with a focus on delivering excellence in client service through a culture of collaboration and long-term relationship building, providing international and cross-jurisdictional solutions to meet the financial aspirations of their clients.
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