Assistant Manager - Real Estate Finance

About This Role

Job Purpose

The Assistant Manager – Real Estate Finance supports the Development function within the Restaurants Division by driving CAPEX estimation and financial planning for new store openings and renovation projects. The role is responsible for preparing business cases, conducting feasibility studies, and supporting investment decision-making through financial modeling, real estate analysis, and portfolio performance evaluation. The position plays a key role in enabling data-driven decisions for expansion, cost optimization, and long-term real estate strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support annual real estate budgeting and CAPEX planning for development projects
• Estimate CAPEX for new store openings and renovations based on defined scope and asset requirements
• Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, and MIS reports to support CAPEX estimation and performance tracking
• Prepare business cases, financial proposals, and investment appraisals to support decision-making
• Conduct feasibility studies, including location analysis, sector studies, competitive benchmarking, and SWOT analysis
• Analyze and report on market trends, including rental rates, pricing benchmarks, and real estate dynamics
• Collaborate with Design & Construction, Brands, and Procurement teams to define scope and cost inputs, and liaise with Procurement to validate cost structures
• Perform portfolio performance reviews and provide insights to stakeholders across the Real Estate Division
• Support real estate expansion plans, project prioritization, and investment and reinvestment decisions
• Benchmark new project costs against the existing portfolio and historical data
• Identify and drive cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support data-driven decision-making
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., landlords) to support project execution

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline
• MBA in Finance or professional certifications (CA, CFA, CMA) are an advantage
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in financial planning, reporting, and analysis, preferably within real estate or development projects
• Proven experience in financial modeling, valuation analysis, and project evaluation
• Experience in the real estate, development, or restaurant industry is an added advantage

Skills and Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with experience in ERP systems such as Oracle or Hyperion
• Strong understanding of real estate market dynamics, including leasing, valuation, pricing, and investment risk
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
• Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities with a results-driven mindset
• Sound business acumen, decision-making ability, and adaptability to change