2027 Summer Analyst – Real Estate Capital Partners

2027 Summer Analyst – Real Estate Capital Partners Overview

The Royal Bank of Canada is offering a 9-week Summer Analyst Programme within its Real Estate Capital Partners (RECP) division in London for undergraduate or postgraduate students. This opportunity is designed for those in their penultimate or final year of university, providing a platform to gain valuable experience in real estate finance.

As a Summer Analyst, you will be immersed in the evaluation, underwriting, and structuring of real estate financing transactions across Europe. You will work closely with the team, focusing on financial analysis, valuation, and market research, while also being supported by a mentor throughout the Programme.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Gain a deeper understanding of the European commercial real estate investment market through involvement in live transactions across various asset classes.
• Participate in all stages of real estate debt transaction origination, from initial screening to closing.
• Learn to perform valuation analyses using various methodologies, including discounted cash flows and comparable transactions.
• Assist the team with financial analysis and modeling to evaluate properties and portfolios under various scenarios.
• Prepare presentation materials for committee meetings.
• Complete a research project to be presented to the RECP team at the end of the Programme.

Training & Development

Summer Analysts will undergo a week of training led by professional instructors and RBC Capital Markets members, aimed at equipping them with the necessary technical skills for success. Following this, they will join the RECP desk for 8 weeks, benefiting from ongoing on-the-job training. The Programme also includes a Speaker Series with regular information sessions from sector and product leadership, along with various educational and social events.

What We Look For

• Undergraduate or postgraduate students entering their final year of university.
• Excellent academic track record.
• Interest in real estate finance and the financial industry (no prior real estate experience required).
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Willingness to take on significant responsibilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, determination, resourcefulness, and a collaborative attitude.
• A desire to contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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