Deputy Fund Manager

Aberdeen Investments is part of Aberdeen Group plc, one of the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments groups.

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As a global business, Aberdeen consists of three divisions: Investments, Adviser, and interactive investor (ii). Each division is dedicated to meeting and adapting to our clients' evolving needs.

In European markets, our dedicated and highly experienced investment team manages our European products, including emerging market income and debt, smaller companies, European credit, ETFs, real estate and sustainable investing propositions.

We have offices in Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK. Our breadth of experience gives us close proximity to the companies we invest in and the markets we operate in.

About the Department

Our investments vector manages a diverse range of asset classes on behalf of institutional and private clients. The Real Estate team in Germany works collaboratively across asset management, transactions, property management, ESG, treasury and research to deliver long-term value for investors. The team culture is open, supportive and focused on enabling our clients to be better investors through disciplined portfolio management and strong market insight.

About the Role

As a Deputy Fund Manager based in Frankfurt (hybrid working three days in the office), you will support the delivery and active management of three major German residential funds, including a €4bn portfolio across the country’s major cities. This role will help drive effective reporting, strategic planning and investment decision-making while deepening your experience within one of Europe’s largest residential real estate platforms. It is an exciting opportunity to advance your career, expand your market knowledge and invest in your tomorrow while working closely with an experienced Fund Manager and a stable, collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

Support the strategic and operational management of large German residential funds, ensuring alignment with agreed investment strategies.

Prepare high-quality client reports, investor documentation and internal strategy papers using robust financial and performance analysis.

Collaborate with asset management, transactions and other internal teams to gather insights and contribute to acquisitions, proposals and forecasting.

Contribute to fund modelling, scenario analysis and planning tools, ensuring risk and return drivers are appropriately assessed.

Represent the fund team in internal and external discussions, supporting client communication and stakeholder engagement.

About the Candidate

Experience within real estate investment, ideally in residential markets or similar institutional portfolios.

Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and financial modelling, with the ability to interpret portfolio risk and performance drivers.

Fluent German and strong English communication skills, with confidence in producing reports and presenting information.

Collaborative, detail‑focused and comfortable working with multiple stakeholders across departments.

An understanding of the sources of risk and return within a portfolio from a single tenancy unit up to portfolio level.

Recognised professional property qualifications.