Real Estate Graduate Scheme

Company Description

Octopus Capital is part of Octopus Investments, and we invest in the people, ideas and industries that will change the world. We think working here is great, but we’re understandably biased. Click here to explore life at Octopus. 

With deep expertise in alternative assets, we deploy institutional capital where it can help drive strong returns and lasting change to solve some of society’s biggest challenges.

From our offices in London and Madrid, we focus on real estate, private debt and infrastructure; sectors where capital can be a force for good.

Our real estate investment strategies span the living and healthcare sectors, with specialist teams focussed on affordable housing, elderly care and retirement living. We have an 18-year track record with over £1.8 billion of assets under management.

In the private debt space, we are a leading non-bank lender with debt strategies providing finance for the development and repositioning of residential and commercial assets. We have a 15-year track record with over £1.2 billion of assets under management and have completed £7.2 billion in loans since inception. In addition, we are pioneering innovative investment solutions that support essential infrastructure, offering stable, long-terms returns for our investors.

Job Description

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to develop your skills and understanding of the Real Estate industry at one of the UK's most exciting, forward-thinking businesses. As part of this graduate programme, you will also get to study an industry leading qualification that will help set you up for a successful career.

What You’Ll Do

Over a 27-month programme, you will:

• Experience five rotations across the Real Estate business. You’ll have the opportunity to spend 6 months in four of our Lending and Investment teams, and a further 3 months working in the Octopus Capital Corporate Development team.
• Study for a RICS, CAIA or CFA qualification.
• Participate in our credit and investment committees as you take new transactions from end to end. 
• Complete a two-week secondment in a valuation role at one of our partner firms.
• Gain direct exposure to investor, borrower and broker relationships. 
• Learn how to identify gaps in the market and structure new funds to help fulfil the Octopus Capital growth strategy.
• Develop your network within the industry by attending webinars and events.

Qualifications

Ideally, You'Ll Be:

• ✅A graduate of any discipline (minimum 2:1) 
• ✅Passionate about developing a career in real estate finance and investment management 
• ✅A fast learner, keen to get the most out of the scheme 
• ✅Self-motivated, capable of balancing work and study in a fast-paced environment 
• ✅A team player who enjoys working with a diverse team to achieve positive outcomes 

Additional Information

Timelines for the Hiring Process

As part of your application, you’ll be asked to complete three written questions. If your responses impress us, you’ll be invited to complete a short video assessment.

Candidates who are successful at this stage will then progress to an online interview.

Following the interview, shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend our in-person assessment centre at our head office in London on 4th December. Prior to this, we’ll also ask you to complete a short personality questionnaire.

• Application Closing date: 27th October
• Video Questions:  3rd - 9th November 
• Online Interview: 17th - 20th November
• Personality Questionnaire: To be completed by 28th November
• Assessment Centre: 4th December

What We Offer

💰 A competitive salary and discretionary performance-related award
✈️ Take what you need holiday
🏡 Hybrid working
⚓ Anchor (our wellness hub) — includes Headspace, one-to-one coaching via Wellness Cloud, Digital GP, employee assistance program & more
🌍 The option to work overseas — up to one month per year

Our Values 
At our core, we believe that how a company behaves is just as important as what it does. That’s why we chose to become an accredited B Corp (the equivalent of a Fairtrade coffee stamp but for companies) and to change our Articles of Association so that the interests all our stakeholders – employees, customers, communities, environment and shareholders – are considered in every decision we make.   

We are committed to building a workplace where diversity is valued, and inclusion is a priority. By providing equal opportunities for growth and development, we embrace and celebrate all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, ages, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds. We believe teams achieve their best when every member feels safe, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.

We're proud to be disability confident and are committed to supporting candidates with a disability, including neurodiversity and mental health conditions, throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are welcome to opt-in to the disability confident scheme as part of our application process. If you require any adjustments to the interview process, we’ll be happy to accommodate where possible.