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About our client

PER has partnered with a leading infrastructure investor to appoint a Valuations Director to lead the valuations function across its global portfolio. This is a key growth hire and a pivotal role that will partner with finance, portfolio management, and investment teams. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of the infrastructure sector along with strong technical expertise in valuation methodologies. This role is positioned as a leadership function within the business, working closely with international stakeholders and cross-functional teams. In addition to overseeing junior team members, the Valuations Director will play a critical role in shaping and supporting the firm’s continued growth and success.

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What the job involves

• Lead the end-to-end valuation process for a diverse portfolio of infrastructure assets
• Manage and oversee external valuation advisors responsible for quarterly valuations, ensuring consistency and accuracy across engagements
• Supervise internal valuation team members, providing guidance and oversight throughout the valuation cycle
• Ensure all valuations comply with relevant accounting standards and meet both internal and external audit requirements
• Present valuation findings and strategic recommendations to the firm’s Valuation Committees and other senior stakeholders
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams (investment, finance, and accounting) and external parties (valuation advisors)
• Collaborate with investment and finance teams to gather data, validate assumptions, and ensure valuations reflect current market conditions
• Engage with deal teams to understand transaction context, market dynamics, and key value drivers influencing asset valuations
• Support knowledge-sharing and training initiatives, helping deal teams enhance their understanding of valuation and accounting requirements
• Contribute to the continuous development of valuation policies, processes, and governance frameworks
• Track macroeconomic trends, regulatory changes, and sector-specific developments that may impact asset valuations

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Who we are looking for

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
• Extensive experience in infrastructure asset valuations, ideally across multiple sub-sectors
• In-depth knowledge of infrastructure asset classes, including their risk-return characteristics and market dynamics
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and valuation methodologies
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication, listening, and organisational abilities
• Proactive self-starter with a collaborative mindset and strong team orientation
• Demonstrated experience working within international and cross-functional teams
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills at a business level
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities