Senior Commercial Real Estate Underwriter

A rocket ship Commercial Mortgage Brokerage firm is looking to add a Senior Commercial Real Estate Underwriter to its growing team out of its new office in Midtown Manhattan. The firm offers exposure across all CRE asset classes (multifamily, office, retail, industrial, construction, bridge, and some CMBS). The role is ideal for someone looking to pivot from a larger brokerage house to be more entrepreneurial in their career. Compensation is competitive.Key Responsibilities:Analysis and Underwriting: Analyze and underwrite various commercial mortgage deals, including different property types (construction, bridge, multifamily, retail, office, industrial).Transaction Setup: Manage the setup of transactions, writing detailed analyses, and ensuring all parties understand the nuances of each deal.Lender Engagement: Identify and engage with lenders, leveraging existing relationships to negotiate favorable terms and create competitive term sheets.Client Communication: Present term sheets to clients clearly, either directly or through brokers, ensuring understanding of the deal structure.Team Collaboration: Work alongside underwriters and brokers to ensure smooth deal flow and execution.Process Management: Transition signed term sheets to the loan processing team, ensuring compliance and completion of necessary documentation.Market Knowledge: Maintain awareness of market trends, lender requirements, and regulatory changes regarding commercial real estate finance.Qualifications:Experience: A minimum of 5 years in commercial mortgage underwriting, specifically within a commercial mortgage brokerage firm.Current Employment: Must currently be in a similar role; candidates from different sectors like banking are not working: Strong relationships with lenders and ability to use connections for client benefit.Analytical Skills: Proficient in assessing complex financial data and making informed underwriting munication Skills: Excellent negotiation and communication abilities to engage effectively with various anizational Skills: Highly organized and self-motivated, capable of managing multiple deals and working under tight deadlines.Problem-Solving Mindset: Proactive attitude with the initiative to drive deals toward successful completion.

Created: 2025-02-08