Investment Analyst

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Cairn
Cairn is a leading developer focused on residential and mixed-use communities.
Perform financial modelling, analysis and support investment decisions for real estate projects.
6 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Office Full-Time
Company Size
400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Residential Development
Property Development
Project Management
Real Estate Development
Customer Care
Sector Specialisms
Home and Garden
Kitchen Bedroom Bathroom (KBB)
Role
What you would be doing
financial modelling
due diligence
investment materials
market research
reporting
feasibility

Working with Cairn Homes

  • Issuing regular reports on Cairn’s extensive portfolio options to be reviewed by senior members of the Investment Team and Chief Investment Officer.
  • Support the maintenance and due diligence of our internal portfolio / financial appraisals.
  • Work with senior members of the Investment Team in providing accurate financial modelling (including Joint Venture/Partnership structures with project specific finance) and scenario planning to enable effective decision making across the portfolio and new deals
  • Support early-stage business planning and development assessment of the private, commercial, rental, and affordable sector.
  • Support feasibility and sensitivity analysis etc. of potential acquisition opportunities for the business.
  • Work cross functionally in compiling, preparing and finalising investment materials (including acquisition/development appraisals, investment memos) to support key decision making
  • Market research of the affordable, social, commercial and MFU sectors in Ireland and globally.
What you bring
quant finance
real estate
independent
problem solving
communication
time management
  • Minimum 2-3 years’ experience working in a quantitative/finance based role. Experience with the real estate market (e.g. investment, development, lending etc) desirable but not essential.
  • The ability to work independently using their own initiative.
  • Strong problem solving skills and attention to detail are key
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills required
  • An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets
Benefits

At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.

  • Company vehicle (role dependent)
  • Competitive salary
  • Pension scheme with matching contributions
  • Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
  • Annual salary review
  • Income protection
  • Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
  • Performance related bonus
  • Full health insurance with Irish Life health
  • Life assurance
  • Tax saver - travel and bike to work
  • Free Cairn annual leave days
  • Paid maternity & paternity leave
  • Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
2015
Year of Establishment
The company was founded in 2015 with a focus on property development and urban planning.
Thousands of Homes
Homes Delivered
Cairn has successfully developed and delivered thousands of high-quality residential units across Ireland.
  • With a strong focus on creating high-quality residential and mixed-use communities, Cairn has established a reputation for delivering excellence in design and construction.
  • The company aims to address the growing demand for modern housing and urban spaces, with an emphasis on creating sustainable, vibrant living environments.
  • Cairn's portfolio includes a wide range of projects, from urban apartment complexes to suburban housing developments, each designed with a focus on long-term livability.
  • The company combines its expertise in construction and development with a forward-thinking approach to urban planning and community building.
  • Cairn's success is driven by its ability to adapt to the evolving needs of the housing market while maintaining a commitment to quality and innovation.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
46.2% Reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Committed to reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030 (from 2019 baseline).
9,500 tCO₂
Scope 3 Emissions Reduction
Passive House Charlestown (Pipers Square) reduces Scope 3 emissions by 9,500 tCO₂ (~5% of 2019 carbon footprint).
100% FSC-Certified
Timber Sourcing
All timber sourced is FSC-certified, promoting sustainable material use. GGBS concrete and light-gauge steel are also utilized.
18,000+ Trees
Planted in 2023
Over 18,000 trees planted in 2023, averaging 11 per unit sold, with additional 3,000 via Reforest Nation, totaling over 52,000 to date.
  • Signatory to the Low Carbon Pledge and member of Passive House Association of Ireland.
  • Climate Transition Plan 2024 outlines decarbonisation throughout value chain; delivered X % reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions in 2024 from 2019 baseline.
  • Building scalable Passive‑House and Nearly Zero Energy Building (nZEB) homes: 1,750+ apartments under construction to Passive House in 2024, rising to 2,750–3,000 units by end‑2025.
  • 72 % of 2024 development commencements are on Biodiversity Net Gain sites; biodiversity targets tied to executive remuneration.
  • Entered €277.5 m sustainability‑linked loan facility in July 2022, tied to Scope 1/2 carbon, Scope 3 baseline reporting, biodiversity net‑gain, and people‑strategy targets.
  • Submitted Net‑Zero Science‑Based Target to SBTi; Scope‑1/2 and Scope‑3 targets aligned with 1.5 °C trajectory.
Inclusion & Diversity
€10m Investment
Apprenticeship Programme
Committed to investing €10 million over five years to develop talent through the Cairn Apprenticeship Programme.
Four Years Growth
Enrolment Increase
Achieved annual growth in graduate and trainee enrolment across four years, aligning with sustainability-linked loan objectives.
  • Supported supply-chain skills via partnerships with educational institutions and mentorship programs.
  • Implemented mental health initiatives, including First Aiders at every site and community engagement projects.
  • Gender-related statistics, including employee ratios, are not publicly disclosed.
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