Sr. Asset Management Analyst, Logistics (fluent in German)

We are looking for a Senior Asset Management Analyst Logistics to join our Frankfurt-based team within CBRE Investment Management’s Logistics Operator division. Reporting to the Head of Asset Management Logistics, Germany, you will play an active role in supporting Asset Managers in managing a high-quality institutional logistics portfolio across Germany.

This is a hands‑on role spanning the full asset management lifecycle: from leasing and capex execution to financial reporting, valuations, and portfolio repositioning in one of Europe’s most strategically important logistics real estate markets.

Your Key Responsibilities

Asset Management & Operations

• Support and lead day‑to‑day asset management activities across the logistics portfolio, ensuring assets meet financial and operational performance targets
• Monitor key lease events including expiries, break options, rent reviews, and renewals, and drive timely action to protect and enhance income
• Coordinate with property managers, technical advisors, and other service providers to maintain operational excellence and cost efficiency
• Manage capex programs, refurbishments, and ESG‑related initiatives from planning through to completion

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare and maintain asset‑level business plans and financial models, including DCF analysis, IRR, and cash flow projections
• Contribute to the quarterly and annual valuation process; review external valuations for accuracy and consistency
• Produce regular asset management reports for internal stakeholders and external investors
• Track KPIs, NOI performance, and budget variances, identifying issues and escalating proactively

Leasing & Value Creation

• Support leasing processes including coordination with leasing agents and negotiations in collaboration with legal advisors
• Identify value‑add opportunities through asset repositioning and lease restructuring
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to create leasing strategies

Stakeholder Coordination & Governance

• Liaise with internal teams across Portfolio Management, Finance, Legal, Transactions, and ESG
• Maintain accurate records in internal asset management systems, ensuring full documentation compliance
• Support fund governance including preparation of investment committee papers and asset management updates

What we offer you: Investment Analyst Training Program

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in our Investment Analyst Training Program, offering hands‑on exposure to real estate portfolio management, transaction management, and asset management. The program fosters global connections across the firm and builds a strong understanding of the CBRE IM framework, supporting long‑term growth within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree ideally in Economics, Finance, Investment or Real Estate
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in real estate asset management, investment management, or property advisory (logistics/industrial sector experience strongly preferred)
• Fluent in German and English
• Strong analytical skills and a well‑developed critical mindset
• Attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong work ethic, ambition and a proactive, independent approach to your work
• Self‑confidence, a high level of commitment, team spirit and flexibility
• Advanced financial modelling skills
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with standard office software (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Comfortable using AI tools (e.g. CoPilot, Claude/Ellis AI – CBRE’s internal GenAI platform) to support daily workflows and improve efficiency