- Sydney based (National role)
About the opportunity
Our client is a leading Australian alternative asset manager with a significant, well-established real estate private credit platform. They are looking for an Associate Director or Director to join the Asset & Portfolio Management team. You will help actively manage the loan book, protect capital and maximise investor outcomes.
This is a hands-on, high-impact role. You will oversee a portfolio of real estate loans, with a particular focus on assets that need close attention, restructuring or a tailored resolution strategy. You will work closely with the investment, legal and executive teams, and your work will directly shape portfolio performance and investor returns.
Key responsibilities
- Actively manage a portfolio of real estate private credit investments across the asset lifecycle
- Lead the strategy and execution for loans that need intensive management, including restructures, refinancing, enforcement and recovery outcomes
- Monitor borrower performance, covenants, project progress and security positions, and flag emerging risks early
- Work with borrowers, receivers, legal advisers, valuers and other stakeholders to reach commercial outcomes
- Prepare clear, well-reasoned recommendations and reporting for investment committees and senior leadership
- Help refine portfolio management frameworks, processes and early-warning systems
About you
- 7 to 15 years of relevant experience, ideally in real estate private credit, asset management or portfolio management
- We will also welcome applicants from accounting advisory, restructuring and insolvency, or legal backgrounds who have strong real estate and lending exposure
- Proven experience managing complex or underperforming credit positions through to resolution
- Strong commercial judgement, financial analysis and negotiation skills
- Confident working with stakeholders at all levels, with a calm, structured and solutions-focused approach
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance, commerce, law, property or a related discipline
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Associate Director, Real Estate Private Credit in Sydney employer: Capstone Recruitment
As an ASX employer of choice in the property sector, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programs and opportunities to engage with senior management across various teams. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits and a supportive environment that empowers our employees to excel in their roles while contributing to the success of our diverse portfolio.
