Brendan Arundell

Senior real estate investment executive with more than 25 years' experience across acquisitions, asset management, real estate private equity, debt and equity structuring, capital markets, funds management and portfolio optimisation. Demonstrated track record advising institutional investors, family offices, listed entities, developers, government organisations and high-net-worth investors on transactions and portfolios exceeding AUD $5 billion across industrial, logistics, office, retail, residential, healthcare, retirement living, student accommodation and mixed-use sectors. Extensive experience originating, underwriting, structuring, and executing complex real estate transactions across the capital stack including senior debt, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and equity investments.

Recognised for combining deep investment expertise, strategic leadership and commercial judgement to identify opportunities, manage risk and deliver superior investment outcomes. Proven ability to source transactions, raise capital, build high-performing teams, and establish trusted relationships with investors, developers, lenders, and advisors.

Director at HMC CAPITAL (2024-10 – Present)

HMC Capital is one of Australia's leading alternative asset managers with investments across real estate, infrastructure, private equity, and credit.

• Evaluate investment opportunities across real estate and alternative asset classes.
• Support acquisition, capital deployment, and portfolio optimisation initiatives.
• Conduct investment analysis, due diligence, and market assessments.
• Engage with institutional investors and strategic capital partners.
• Provide strategic advice regarding portfolio growth and investment strategy.
• Leveraged extensive industry relationships to identify and evaluate investment opportunities.
• Supported strategic investment initiatives aligned with HMC Capital's long-term growth objectives.
• Contributed to investment assessments across a diversified range of real asset sectors.

Director at CVS LANE CAPITAL PARTNERS PTY LTD (2021-06 – 2024-05)

CVS Lane Capital Partners is a boutique investment and finance business providing debt, preferred equity, and equity solutions across the real estate sector.

• Originated investment and financing opportunities.
• Structured debt, mezzanine debt, preferred equity, and equity investments.
• Conducted detailed financial modelling, feasibility analysis, and due diligence.
• Negotiated commercial terms with developers, investors, and lenders.
• Managed investor and stakeholder relationships.
• Evaluated acquisition and development opportunities across multiple asset classes.
• Delivered structured finance solutions across residential, commercial, industrial and mixed-use developments.
• Built relationships with developers, family offices, high-net-worth investors and institutional capital providers.
• Successfully advised on transactions involving senior debt, mezzanine debt, preferred equity and equity capital structures.
• Implemented comprehensive due diligence and risk management frameworks to support investment decision-making.

Director – Real Estate Advisory & Transactions, Infrastructure, Assets & Places at KPMG (2015-07 – 2021-06)

Led advisory and transaction assignments for institutional investors, government agencies, corporations, and major private sector clients.

• Led acquisition and divestment mandates.
• Managed investment due diligence and transaction advisory engagements.
• Conducted valuation, feasibility and investment analysis.
• Developed complex financial models supporting acquisition and development decisions.
• Prepared investment committee and board recommendations.
• Advised on portfolio optimisation and capital allocation strategies.
• Managed multidisciplinary teams comprising valuation, finance, legal and technical specialists.
• Advised on major transactions across office, industrial, retail, infrastructure, healthcare and mixed-use sectors.
• Delivered strategic investment advice to institutional investors, government agencies and major corporations.
• Managed transaction processes from origination through to execution and completion.
• Developed investment strategies supporting long-term portfolio growth and optimisation.
• Successfully led multiple complex assignments involving significant stakeholder management and commercial negotiations.

Acquisitions and Assets Manager at CAPE BOUVARD INVESTMENTS PTY LTD (2012-09 – 2015-06)

Cape Bouvard Investments is a substantial private investment company with diversified interests across property, equities, and technology.

• Managed a national property investment portfolio.
• Identified and assessed acquisition opportunities across Australia and internationally.
• Conducted investment underwriting, due diligence, and feasibility analysis.
• Prepared acquisition recommendations and strategic investment assessments.
• Managed asset performance and portfolio optimisation initiatives.
• Negotiated acquisitions, disposals, and commercial agreements.
• Managed acquisition assessments across multiple asset classes and jurisdictions.
• Contributed to strategic investment decisions involving substantial real estate and corporate assets.
• Delivered investment analysis supporting long-term portfolio growth objectives.
• Managed complex stakeholder relationships involving advisors, investors, and counterparties.

Director – Property Finance WA, Senior Relationship Manager – Major Clients, Business Development Manager at NATIONAL AUSTRALIA BANK (2005-01 – 2012-05)

One of Australia's largest financial institutions with significant exposure to institutional and commercial real estate.

• Originated and structured senior debt facilities for major property transactions.
• Conducted detailed credit analysis, investment assessments and risk reviews.
• Managed relationships with Australia's leading developers and institutional investors.
• Structured financing solutions across commercial, industrial, retail and residential sectors.
• Presented transactions to executive credit committees.
• Negotiated financing arrangements and transaction documentation.
• Managed client portfolios ranging from AUD $20 million to more than AUD $2 billion.
• Structured transactions ranging from AUD $20 million to over AUD $500 million.
• Worked with leading institutional investors, listed property groups, and major developers.
• Successfully originated and executed numerous complex financing transactions.
• Developed long-term relationships with major property industry participants.
• Consistently delivered strong portfolio performance through disciplined credit and investment analysis.
• Recognised for commercial acumen, relationship management, and transaction execution capability.

Commercial Valuation Manager & Property Consultant at Hegney Property Consultants

Property Consultant at Australian Property Consultants

Senior Negotiator – Commercial & Investment Sales at Colliers Jardine

Senior Negotiator – Commercial & Investment Sales at Jones Lang Wootton

Senior Valuer & Property Consultant at Ross Hughes & Company

Chartered Surveyor at City of London Valuation Office, United Kingdom

Executive Master of Business Administration in EMBA – University of Western Australia

Bachelor of Business in Valuation and Land Economy – Curtin University