About SW3

A reputation 
for excellence

We are specialist real estate investment managers, who are committed, driven and highly focused. Through consistent delivery of sector-leading returns, our dynamic team has built a reputation for excellence and is recognised as a potent alternative to less dynamic managers.

Our
approach

We are selective in our approach, collaborating with like-minded capital partners to innovate and generate sector-leading returns. Through a strategic macro focus, we are setting the direction of travel in the real estate market.

 

 

Our Management Team

Our decisions are supported by our team’s in-depth analysis, experience, insight and intuition. SW3’s flat hierarchy means that our owners are involved directly in all aspects of project execution, not just strategic business decisions.

ADAM ROONEY

CO-FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR

With over 17 years’ experience investing across asset classes, Adam is a strategic thinker with a strong background in asset allocation strategy, portfolio construction and risk management.

Adam has previous experience at Nomura International as a senior Portfolio Manager in a highly regarded team that had its roots in the old Lehman Brothers business. Before this, he spent over seven years at Rand Merchant Bank in London, where he was responsible for the successful international Emerging Markets proprietary risk-taking business.

Adam graduated with a Master’s in Finance from Smurfit Graduate School of Business at University College Dublin. He holds the Investment Management qualification (IMC).

NED TRUMAN

CO-FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR

Ned has 15 years’ experience at all stages of the property investment management process, but specialises in equity capital raising, third-party finance, fund structing, acquisition, disposals and asset management.

Before establishing SW3 in 2012, Ned co-founded Hiberno Saxon with Tom O’Mahony, a London-based property investment management business and has previous experience as an investment surveyor at Catella UK and Gresham Downs Capital Partners (now Savills).

Ned is a qualified Chartered Surveyor and holds a CFA Society Investment Management Certificate (IMC). Ned qualified from Bristol University (BA) and Cass Business School (MA).

TOM O'MAHONY

CO-FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR

With experience at all stages of the property investment management process, from acquisition and disposal though to debt restructuring, Tom is a highly regarded dealmaker with proven success over the past 15 years in the European markets. He has been instrumental in negotiating solutions for clients, including navigating securitisation workouts.

Before establishing SW3, Tom co-founded Hiberno Saxon, a London-based property investment management business and has previous experience as an investment surveyor at Catella UK.

Tom graduated with Business Studies and Language BBS Honours from Trinity College Dublin and studied Russian at St. Petersburg State University.

What sets us apart

  • 01

    DEDICATION

    We work hard to consistently achieve the best results—a commitment that is reflected in our track record. We have a focused and nimble approach, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards as we research and implement strategies.

  • 02

    INTEGRITY

    Transparency is the cornerstone of our ethical charter. Trust gives us the freedom to be flexible, creative and forward-thinking in our approach. Our emphasis on co-investment drives our research and strategy selection.

  • 03

    PASSION

    We combine our multi-disciplinary skillsets in a shared drive to innovate and excel. We are ambitious, constantly updating our macro view, identifying new trends and scrutinising outputs to take informed, calculated risks to achieve outsized returns.

  • 04

    CONVICTION

    We have patience when not to invest and conviction when we do—a confidence reflected in the fact we always co-invest. This gives us a client-based perspective, ensuring we are truly aligned with our partners.

Our Growth

2012

SW3 Capital
formed in London

2013

SW3 raises closed-ended Fund Abarta Investments ICAV with a discretionary mandate to invest across all sectors within the Irish market

2014

Dublin office opens, dedicated to executing a “recovery” strategy in the Irish market

2015

SW3 raises additional funds for discretionary fund Abarta Investments ICAV now totalling €110 million AUM

2016

Launched JV Partnership with Tristan Capital Partners to acquire PRS assets in Ireland

2017

Acquired c.400 residential units in the growing Dublin Private Rental Sector (PRS) and Funded Speculative Office Development in Dublin’s Docklands

2018

SW3 begins divestment process in Abarta Investments ICAV

2019

DWS selects SW3 as operating partner to invest in Dublin PRS, acquiring two schemes totalling €150m AUM and 280 units under management

SW3 launches its 100% owned subsidiary, Occu, providing vertically integrated residential asset management platform management for Irish PRS

2020

Sells 385 units PRS Portfolio known as Project Vert for €215 million

Acquire additional 800 units in three portfolio transactions in Single Family Rental Market and traditional PRS with a GDV in excess of €410 million

2021

SW3 launch new Joint Venture Partnership with Blackrock Inc, acquiring 300 unit PRS scheme totalling €125m

The Occu business continues to grow with approximately 1,500 units stabilised and delivering over next 18 months

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