Who We Are
A vertically integrated real estate investment manager
About us
Round Hill is a leading vertically integrated real estate investment manager, specialising in innovative accommodation solutions. We have built a reputation for working with world-class partners and a strong track record.
Founded in 2002 by CEO Michael Bickford, our business has over 22-years of experience building long-term social, sustainable, and financial value. Since our inception, our focus has been to deliver positive impact in the communities we invest in, and attractive risk adjusted returns for the investors we work with.
CIM Group are a shareholder in Round Hill Capital bringing over 30 years of experience in successfully managing real assets, including residential and infrastructure, as well as credit. Round Hill Capital benefits from CIM Group’s scale and breadth of experience across multiple real estate and infrastructure asset classes as well as from its access to growth capital and complementary operational expertise.
Our track record
For over 22 years, we have been delivering investments that have achieved attractive risk-adjusted returns for primarily core, core+ and value-add assets.
Transactions
IRR on realised investments
MOIC
Our focus
We aim to identify emerging investment opportunities early, guided by evolving consumer needs in the accommodation sector. Our approach is grounded in research, experience and a commitment to long-term value creation for both investors and partners.
With 10 offices across Europe, USA and Asia and $13 billion in managed capital to date, we continue to seek compelling forward-looking investments. By supporting innovative models and technologies, we strive to create practical solutions that benefit our residents, investors and stakeholders alike.
Our three strategic pillars
Innovation
Driven by expertise
- Deep sector expertise
- Strong local footprint
- Consumer insights
- Operational insights
- World-class partners
- Technology focus
Integration
Efficient Deployment with Vertical Integration
- Investment management
- Development management
- Asset management
- Marketing & leasing
- Property management
- In-house technology
Investment
Conviction and Alignment of Interests
- Incubation of platforms
- Co-investment
- Employee incentive programme
- Corporate growth share programme
Leading global real estate investment manager
Strong performance
Guided by a macroeconomic perspective and a people-centric philosophy, we place individuals at the heart of everything we do - from the communities that live in our buildings, to the partners who invest in our assets, and the teams working together towards a common goal.
By integrating investment management, development and property management under one platform, we are able to take a holistic approach to real estate, which supports strong performance and long-term value creation across our portfolio.
Capital managed
Offices in major cities in Europe, USA & Asia
Units owned / managed since 2002
Employees across the globe
Assets under management
Units under development
Round Hill Capital Team
22 years of innovation & leadership
Michael Bickford
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Michael established Round Hill Capital in 2002 and has been responsible for the firm's investment activities, which have resulted in the acquisition and management of over $13 billion of real estate investments.
ESG
Responsible real estate investment
Our company values and strategies are intertwined with our approach to ESG, ensuring that we deliver our investment goals, while supporting the issues that are important to our business partners and wider society.

Your career starts here
Time to move?
We are always looking to hear from interesting and dedicated individuals. If you would like to discuss your future at Round Hill, please browse our vacancies on our careers page and get in touch.