Head of Real Estate
New York
Investments /
Full Time /
Remote
About Wahed:
The global financial system wasn't built for everyone. For millions of people, its reliance on interest (riba) creates a barrier to managing money and building wealth without compromising their values.
At Wahed, we're changing that. We are a global fintech company on a mission to build a new financial system—one that is ethical, accessible, and entirely interest-free. From our offices across the globe, our team is building products that were once deemed impossible, from pioneering Shariah-compliant equity ETFs, creating true riba-free alternatives to high yield savings accounts, to creating no-leverage real estate investments for truly interest-free income producing assets. If you're driven to solve complex problems and believe finance should empower, not exclude, join us in building a more equitable financial future.
Job Brief:
Wahed is seeking a Head of Real Estate to lead the strategy, execution, and management of our residential real estate investments, with a primary focus on the United States market. The role requires a seasoned professional with deep expertise in U.S. residential real estate, asset management, portfolio optimization, and risk management. The successful candidate will be expected to make the U.S. portfolio the anchor of Wahed’s real estate investment platform, ensuring long-term growth, scale, and investor trust.
Job Description:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive residential real estate investment strategy aligned with Wahed’s ethical and financial objectives.
- Source, evaluate, and execute investment opportunities in US residential real estate including acquisitions, leasing, property management oversight, financing, and exit strategies.
- Manage a portfolio of real estate assets across the US employing strategies to optimize asset maintenance costs, improve cash flow yields, and build a capability that can scale to multiple properties.
- Develop systems and partnerships to optimize maintenance, tenant management, and cost efficiency at scale.
- Manage portfolio and asset risk, ensuring robust risk assessment and mitigation strategies to protect investor capital.
- Provide strategic insights on U.S. housing trends, regulatory shifts, zoning requirements, and emerging market opportunities.
- Oversee due diligence processes on all acquisitions, including financial, legal, and environmental reviews specific to U.S. markets.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (compliance, legal, and finance) to ensure all investments are Shariah-compliant and meet U.S. regulatory standards.
- Develop and manage strategic partnerships with U.S.-based developers, brokers, property managers, and financial institutions to increase deal flow and enhance assets performance.
- Be the main contact and report into the Real Estate Investment Committee, delivering performance updates and strategic direction with a U.S. first perspective.
- Provide regular performance reports and strategic insights to the Investment Committee and senior leadership.
- Represent Wahed in the U.S. real estate market, building visibility with key stakeholders, attending industry events, and strengthening Wahed’s presence in the sector.
- Mentor and lead a small, high-performing real estate team (as it scales), ensuring strong execution across acquisitions, operations, and asset management.
Job Specification:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, real estate, economics, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 6-10 years of hands-on experience in U.S. residential real estate investment and asset management, with a proven track record of successful deals and portfolio management.
- Deep understanding of U.S. housing markets, financing structures, property management practices, and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven experience building and managing large-scale residential real estate portfolios.
- CFA charterholder or CAIA designation is highly desirable.
- Strong background in fund management, portfolio management, and real estate risk management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex investment opportunities and manage risk effectively.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Familiarity with Shariah-compliant investing principles is a plus.
