Head of Investment

Head of Investment, REIT

Your new company

We are representing a well‑established and growing Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) seeking an experienced Head of Investment to lead its acquisition, divestment, and capital deployment strategy. This is a senior leadership role with high visibility to the Board and Investment Committee, offering the opportunity to shape the long‑term growth of the REIT’s portfolio.

Your new role

As Head of Investment, you will be responsible for driving the REIT’s investment strategy, overseeing end‑to‑end acquisitions and divestments, and ensuring disciplined capital allocation that delivers sustainable returns to unit holders. You will work closely with Asset Management, Finance, and Senior Management to ensure alignment between investment decisions, portfolio performance, and distribution objectives.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Minimum 12–15 years of experience in real estate investments, REITs, fund management, or principal investing.

  • Proven track record in executing property acquisitions and divestments within a REIT or similar institutional platform.

  • Strong understanding of REIT structures, valuation methodologies, capital management, and regulatory requirements.

  • Excellent commercial judgement, negotiation skills, and stakeholder management ability.

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping the REIT’s growth strategy.

  • High exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision‑making.

  • Competitive remuneration package aligned with seniority and performance.

  • Platform with strong governance, capital access, and long‑term growth ambition.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to joanne.lee@hays.com.my, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Banking & Financial Services
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Banking and Financial Services
Ref:
1286050

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Joanne Lee, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Kuala Lumpur
Level 26, Menara 3, Petronas

Telephone: +60 3-7890 6277

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