Senior New Markets Associate

We are recruiting for this upcoming role with an anticipated start date in Q1 2026. 

Senior New Markets Associate 

The Senior New Markets Associate drive the identification, evaluation, and delivery of new business opportunities in the Private Rented Sector (PRS) and other strategic markets. The Senior New Markets Associate will play a key role in expanding Cairn’s institutional partnerships, supporting the origination and execution of PRS transactions, and contributing to the growth of the Strategic Partnerships pipeline. 

Key Responsibilities  

Business Development & Origination 

• Identify and assess new PRS and institutional partnership opportunities, including forward-funding, joint ventures, and portfolio transactions. 
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders—investors, agents, local authorities, and institutional partners—to source and progress new deals. 
• Lead market research and competitor analysis to inform business development strategy and support entry into new markets. 
• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and investment papers for internal and external audiences. 

Transaction Support & Execution 

• Support the end-to-end transaction process for PRS and partnership deals, including due diligence, financial modelling, and coordination with legal, finance, and technical teams. 
• Track and report on deal pipeline, progress, and market trends for the Director of Strategic Partnerships and senior leadership. 
• Assist in the negotiation of commercial terms and contracts, ensuring alignment with Cairn’s strategic objectives. 

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Represent Cairn at industry events, conferences, and meetings with prospective partners. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (investment, planning, technical, finance) to ensure seamless delivery of partnership projects. 
• Contribute to the development of new partnership models and routes to market, supporting innovation and growth. 

The candidate:  

• 4+ years’ experience in real estate, business development, investment, or a related field, with a strong track record in PRS or institutional partnerships. 
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills. 
• Strong analytical and financial modelling abilities; comfortable preparing and presenting business cases. 
• Commercially astute, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Degree in business, real estate, finance, or a related discipline preferred. 

Working with Cairn Homes:

At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.

We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include

• Competitive salary
• Performance related bonus
• Pension scheme with matching contributions
• Full health insurance with Irish Life health
• Annual salary review
• Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Free Cairn annual leave days
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
• Tax saver - travel and bike to work
• Culture Committee
• Talent Development Programmes
• Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
• Company vehicle (role dependent)

The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.

At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.

Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.