Associate, Infrastructure

About the role

ESR is an Asia-Pacific real asset owner and manager focused on logistics real estate, data centres and energy infrastructure. As an Associate in its Infrastructure team, you will support the sourcing, execution and management of infrastructure investment opportunities, working within deal teams on financial modelling and due diligence and managing relationships with investors, advisors and portfolio companies. The role also contributes to the team's growth and the development of junior members.

Key responsibilities

• Support the identification and evaluation of new infrastructure investment opportunities and prepare investment memos, presentations and recommendations for the Investment Committee
• Lead financial modelling, valuation and due diligence, and support structuring and negotiation of terms
• Support comprehensive due diligence, including financial, tax, technical, legal and commercial reviews, and manage external advisors
• Monitor and evaluate portfolio assets, develop value creation plans and work with portfolio company management on operational improvements and growth
• Contribute to asset management decisions such as refinancing, divestments and exit strategies
• Mentor junior team members and help foster a collaborative team environment
• Take part in industry events and investor meetings, and assist fundraising by preparing materials and engaging prospective investors

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, MSc) or certifications such as CFA or CAIA are a plus
• 3-5 years of experience in infrastructure investments, private equity or investment banking with top-tier institutions
• Experience on infrastructure transactions, including due diligence, structuring and execution
• Sound understanding of the infrastructure sector and its regulatory and macroeconomic environment

Required skills

• Strong financial modelling and valuation techniques (DCF, LBO, comps, precedent transactions)
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, including building and auditing complex financial models
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, communication and presentation skills
• Project management and the ability to handle multiple workstreams

What we offer

• Career growth and learning opportunities with personalised guidance
• A culture built on integrity, teamwork and long-term thinking