Scott Colley
About Scott Colley
Scott Colley is an Acquisitions Manager at Kennedy Wilson in Dublin, Ireland, with a background in real estate and asset management. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Property Economics and has expertise in acquisition underwriting and financial modeling.
Current Role at Kennedy Wilson
Scott Colley serves as the Acquisitions Manager at Kennedy Wilson, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on acquisition underwriting, leveraging his expertise in financial modeling for investment and development assets. His responsibilities include identifying potential acquisition opportunities and conducting thorough financial analyses to support investment decisions. Colley's experience in this position contributes to the strategic growth of Kennedy Wilson's portfolio in Dublin, Leinster, Ireland.
Education and Expertise
Scott Colley has a strong educational background in real estate. He studied Property Economics - Valuation Surveying at Dublin Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc - Honours) from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his studies at Hanzehogeschool Groningen, achieving a qualification in International Real Estate in 2010. Additionally, he completed a course in Office Design & Specifications at The College of Estate Management, Reading. Colley is also a qualified Chartered Surveyor, having achieved this designation in 2015.
Professional Experience
Before his current role at Kennedy Wilson, Scott Colley gained valuable experience in the real estate sector. He worked at Murphy Mulhall as an Intern from 2011 to 2012, and subsequently as a Senior Surveyor from 2012 to 2015. His tenure at Kennedy Wilson as an Asset Manager from 2015 to 2019 allowed him to develop skills in asset management, which he now applies in his role as Acquisitions Manager. His career trajectory demonstrates a consistent focus on real estate and asset management.
Training and Certifications
Scott Colley has pursued various training programs to enhance his skills in real estate finance and financial modeling. He studied Cash Flow Modelling at Bayfield Training, achieving qualifications in both Real Estate Finance and Real Estate Analyst (Financial Modelling in Excel). These certifications complement his academic background and support his professional responsibilities in acquisitions and financial analysis.
Leisure Activities
In his leisure time, Scott Colley engages in activities that promote personal well-being and relaxation. He enjoys reading and watching Netflix, which provide him with entertainment and knowledge. Additionally, he participates in CrossFit, an activity that supports his fitness and health goals. These interests reflect a balanced lifestyle alongside his professional commitments.