Finance & Banking Associate, Real Estate Finance

PITHOS is a thematic investment firm specializing in small and mid-cap operating real estate across Western Europe, with a core focus on self-storage and niche real estate platforms. Combining private equity rigor with real estate expertise, PITHOS has been active in self-storage for over 20 years. The firm operates from Geneva, London, Paris, and Barcelona, and currently holds investments in Switzerland, the UK, Spain, and France while actively pursuing new opportunities across Europe.

Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and data-driven, PITHOS partners with management teams to accelerate growth, professionalize operations, and unlock long-term value.

PITHOS is looking for an exceptional candidate to join its team in Geneva to oversee the development of its portfolio in Switzerland.

• Support the sourcing and evaluation of new investment opportunities, including platforms, add-ons, individual assets, and development projects.
• Collaborate with brokers, investment banks, private companies, and advisors to help originate and assess deal flow.
• Conduct financial modeling and valuation analysis to underwrite potential transactions.
• Contribute to the preparation of investment memoranda and materials for investment committee presentations.
• Assist in the structuring and execution of acquisitions, joint ventures, and disposals, in close coordination with senior team members.
• Coordinate due diligence work streams (financial, legal, technical, market) across internal stakeholders and external advisors.

• Monitor the performance of portfolio assets, including financial metrics, leasing, and operational KPIs.
• Help implement value creation initiatives (leasing strategies, capex programs, operational improvements).
• Work with property managers, leasing agents, and third-party operators to track asset-level performance and identify areas for enhancement.
• Participate in the review and approval of asset budgets, capex plans, and renovation projects.

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in Private Equity, Investment Banking, Real Estate Investment, or Management Consulting with real estate exposure.
• Strong analytical skills and experience in financial modeling, investment analysis, and due diligence.
• Familiarity with European real estate markets and transactional processes is preferred.
• Fluent in French and English; additional European languages are a plus.
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Demonstrated interest in Real Estate and Private Equity.
• Strong interpersonal skills, team-oriented mindset, and a pragmatic, hands-on approach.