Chanel Business Finance Analyst, Real Estate Portfolio
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Posted
- Sep 5, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.
Chanel seeks a Business Finance Analyst for Real Estate Portfolio in Singapore. Lead CAPEX analysis and portfolio management for Southeast Asia & Australia.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Regional Business Finance Manager with matrix reporting to the Regional Senior Real Estate Manager, serving as the finance partner for Corporate Functions specializing in Real Estate Portfolio Management and CAPEX analysis
- Operate at the intersection of finance, real estate, retail strategy, and brand vision, translating complex lease, project, market, and financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
- Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate new locations, lease renewals, renovations, expansions, closures, and other portfolio decisions
- Support CAPEX analysis, policy application, and governance for boutique and real estate-related projects
- Provide rigorous financial analysis and investment recommendations for real estate projects, challenging assumptions and assessing risks and opportunities
- Manage the regional real estate portfolio database and reporting ecosystem, ensuring robust data governance and accuracy across SEAA markets
- Drive portfolio analytics and executive reporting, providing visibility on occupancy costs, lease commitments, project movements, financial impact, and key business risks
- Partner with Real Estate, Business Finance, Finance Operations, and market stakeholders to enhance data quality, reporting efficiency, and digital capabilities
- Analyze SEAA retail market trends, luxury environment dynamics, customer traffic patterns, and competitive distribution to identify market opportunities
- Benchmark key competitors on store footprint, size, network presence, and business performance
- Track comparable lease transactions, market rents, landlord terms, and key commercial benchmarks to inform negotiation strategy
- Monitor landlord developments, future retail supply, and emerging site opportunities to support site selection analysis
- Conduct ad hoc research on emerging luxury retail destinations, mixed-use developments, and expansion opportunities
- Prepare materials for board-level and executive presentations on portfolio strategy
Qualifications
- University degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, or related field
- Solid knowledge of accounting and financial concepts and principles
- 8–10 years of experience in real estate, retail expansion, corporate real estate, investment analysis, commercial finance, FP&A, or related fields
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects and partnering across business, finance, operations, and external stakeholders
- Experience in luxury retail, fashion, hospitality, consumer, or commercial real estate sectors is advantageous
Skills
Experience
8–10 years of professional experience in real estate, retail expansion, corporate real estate, investment analysis, commercial finance, FP&A, or related fields, with demonstrated ability to evaluate opportunities through both commercial and financial lenses. Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities with a track record of developing business cases and investment analyses to support strategic decision-making. Proven success managing multiple concurrent projects while collaborating effectively across business, finance, operations, and external stakeholders.
Education
University degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, or a related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Singapore, Central, Singapore.
Culture
Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.
About Cerulean
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