Director - CRE Underwriter

Act as the primary underwriting lead with end-to-end ownership of transactions, ensuring timely execution, sound credit outcomes, and alignment across all stakeholders Underwrite and close commercial real estate loans for multiple borrowers and different asset types Lead preparation and defense of credit memos, clearly articulating key risks, mitigants, and structuring rationale for committee, including cash flow analysis, risks and strengths, borrower / sponsor review, and market analyses Act as the central point of coordination across internal teams and external counterparties, proactively resolving issues and maintaining deal momentum Manage a team of 5-10 people Professional Qualifications: Candidate is required to have a BA/BS, ideally in commercial real estate finance, finance or similar At least 7 years’ experience underwriting commercial real estate loans at a bank Demonstrated experience independently leading CRE loan transactions from origination through closing (not solely supporting roles) Proven ability to exercise independent credit judgment and make recommendations in situations with incomplete or evolving information Experience structuring CRE loans, including familiarity with risk mitigation tools (e.g. – reserves, covenants, cash management, other credit enhancements, etc.) #J-18808-Ljbffr Taurus Search