Internship - M&G Real Estate Madrid - 12 M FTC

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions.

Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions.

Through telling it like it is, owning it now and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and offer workplace adjustments to ensure you have the support you need to succeed in your role.

The Opportunity

An opportunity for a 12 month contract ( circa August-July) has arisen in our Madrid office. The intern will assist the Spanish Asset Management and Investment Management Teams acting on the Spanish and Portuguese portfolio.

Other tasks include support in underwriting, investment analysis, acquisitions, reporting and other day by day activities.

You will work closely with the Investment and Asset Management Team to assist with asset management and developments oversee for Iberian region.  In addition you will support transaction activities, as well as assisting the wider European Real Estate Team.

Working with M&G in our Madrid Office means becoming part of a brand with a global reputation and an exciting vision: to become the best loved and most successful savings & investments business.

If you’re inspired to join us, and have the necessary qualities, then this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Key Responsibilities:

You will work closely with the Asset and Investment Management Team to assist on the asset management of the existing portfolio, on overseeing of new developments, as well as acquisition and sale of new assets in Spain and Portugal.

• To assist with the implementation of the asset strategies for the existing assets in Iberia;

• Providing support in the property management, leasing management, capital expenditures, health and safety responsibilities and sustainability initiatives of the managed portfolio;

• To assist with regular reporting to the London based Fund Management team, Finance team and external valuation team;

• To support with the preparation of and tracking of asset plans and asset budgets.

• To support with the qualitative and quantitative monitoring of ongoing development projects, as well as with coordination of all stakeholders involved (advisors, developers, Fund Management, etc.)

• To assist with correct filing of all property related documentation and reporting and ensuring accuracy and completeness of files and property data;

• To assist in complying with all relevant policies and procedures and guidelines;

• To assist with the initial screening of new investment opportunities, using financial modelling on MS Excel and Argus Enterprise, as well as on sale transactions;

• To assist the Team to maintain an oversight of the investment pipeline by tracking potential investment opportunities and to keep the Investments Teams and other key stakeholders informed;

• To support with the preparation of presentations to the Investment Committees.

• In time, to transition into providing support as part of the due diligence stage of selected acquisitions/sales, including participation in the selection and monitoring of external advisers, the production of reports, liaison with FM and relevant teams within M&G, etc;

• As appropriate, to participate in selected site visits and meetings with tenants, property managers, letting agents, vendors and advisers.

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• A master in engineering, architectures, real estate or other real estate related discipline.

• Experience in financial services / real estate services is ideal. It is strongly valued experience in Value Add actions with preference for VA Funds.

• Direct experience with developments, refurbishments for all commercial asset classes as well as a good understanding of the Residential, PRS and Student Housing asset class would be highly recommended.

• Technical knowledge of financial modelling including MS excel, and knowledge of Yardi and or Argus is a plus.

• Demonstrable quantitative analytical skills through experience or studies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Fluent in Spanish and English is essential. Portuguese would also be an advantage

• Ability to work independently in a small team.

At M&G, we strive to have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks that offer networking, support and development opportunities for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - across gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation and more - including neurodivergent individuals, career returners and those with military service experience.