Asset Management Analyst

At Nido, we are on an ambitious journey to become Europe’s leading Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) provider. With our forthcoming headquarters in Madrid, a strong existing portfolio of 12,000 beds across 32 properties in the Iberian Peninsula, and well-advanced expansion plans into key markets such as Germany and Italy, we are building a world-class team to support our growth.

We are seeking an Asset Management Analyst to play a critical role in supporting the Portfolio Management team in monitoring and optimising the performance of Nido’s diverse portfolio of student accommodation properties across Europe.

As a key liaison between the operations team, external service providers, and the Portfolio Management team, this role serves to support the Asset Management Manager as the primary point of contact for asset management matters. You will provide specialist advice to internal stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and effective coordination in the ongoing management of the assets.

Success in this role requires the ability to analyse diverse sources of information, identify value-enhancing opportunities, anticipate challenges, and engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders. By leveraging data-driven insights and strategic collaboration, you will contribute to strengthening Nido’s market position and long-term asset value.

**KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES** (include but are not limited to)

**Asset Management**
- Assist in the preparation and ongoing updates of the Asset Management Plan, detailing the strategic vision and tactical recommendations for each asset to achieve ownership’s investment goals.
- Monitor the financial performance of assets by reviewing actual results against budgets and prior years, as well as benchmarking against comparable properties.
- Assist in overseeing asset conditions to anticipate capital requirements and ensuring compliance with health codes and life-safety regulations.
- Support and review the budgeting process, benchmarking operations against comparable properties. Evaluate and facilitate the approval of budgets, marketing strategies, operating plans, and capital expenditure proposals.
- Conduct financial analyses to identify value-add opportunities for individual assets and the broader portfolio, including scenario modelling to drive operational performance.
- Assist in negotiating and managing contracts at the asset level to ensure service delivery and proper billing.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of an ESG strategy roadmap for the portfolio.

**Reporting**
- Support the implementation and standardisation of monthly and quarterly reporting processes, including the preparation of portfolio performance reports for stakeholders.
- Identify and investigate discrepancies or anomalies in data and financial reports, collaborating with property managers and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy.
- Work closely with departments such as Marketing, Development, Finance, and Legal to ensure data integrity and explore strategies to enhance asset returns.
- Respond to ad-hoc data and information requests from company leadership and investors, providing accurate, evidence-based insights.

**Forecasting & planning**
- Assist the wider team in forecasting future performance by leveraging historical data and market trends.
- Monitor competitive market conditions, tracking occupancy and AMR trends, supply levels, and demand drivers.
- Support the development of strategic plans and investment strategies aimed at optimising portfolio performance and maximising returns.

**Other**
- Additionally, it may be required to perform various duties and responsibilities beyond those outlined in this role profile job description as needed.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications is preferred.
- Highly driven individuals with a minimum of 2 - 3 years work experience in operational real estate asset management, preferably PBSA and/or Hospitality.
- Strong ability to coordinate and execute project plans. Track record in successfully managing projects’ milestones, timeline, budget, and deliverables. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving. Capacity of identifying potential risks and opportunities early on.
- Proven track record of improving asset performance and achieving financial targets.
- Knowledge of the relevant industry market, trends, and regulatory environment.
- Experience in creating and maintaining financial models; strong general computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power Bi)
- Fluency in working English and Spanish is mandatory, additional European language is beneficial (German, Italian)

**KEY PERSONAL SKILLS & TRAITS**
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