Investment Analyst - Commercial Real Estate Finance

Job Description

Job Description

At Northmarq, you can be part of something special. Northmarq is a unique capital markets resource for commercial real estate investors, providing our clients access to experts in debt, equity, investment sales, loan servicing, and fund management. We offer you a career path with best-in-class training, and we foster inclusive teams committed to collaboration, mentoring, and growth. At Northmarq, we will help you unlock your potential – whether you are an industry veteran or you're just getting started. Your new career is waiting. Start something special today.  Northmarq was voted by Real Estate Forum as one of The Best Places to Work in Commercial Real Estate! 

Northmarq is seeking Investment Analysts to support our Debt + Equity Production teams in our White Plains, NY ( Westchester ) office. This individual will join an active, top-performing origination team and provide support through financial analysis and underwriting, loan request and investment report preparation, due diligence, transaction closings, and other production-related responsibilities. 

Northmarq does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position. Candidates must possess unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. for any employer, without the need for sponsorship now or in the future, to be considered for this position.  

*This position is an in-office position, with an immediate start date.  

Position Responsibilities:  

• Underwriting – Prepare underwriting of commercial real estate properties based on historical financial statements, borrower models or projections, and market standards to determine a projected income and provide reliable valuation and loan analysis. 

• Packaging - Prepare loan request packages in compliance with company guidelines and investor requirements. These reports include narrative analysis of the borrower, property, location, and market, as well as underwriting, valuation, leases/rent roll analysis, and photographs, aerials, and maps. 

• Pre-closing – Compile deal-specific lists of potential lenders, coordinate and internally track lender outreach. Collect loan quotes, creating detailed quote matrices for distribution to the borrower. Manage associated Salesforce updates. 

• Closing – Provide closing coordination including acting as liaison with the servicing department. Responsibilities include collecting and reviewing due diligence, ordering and reviewing third party reports, and reviewing lender documentation (term sheet, commitment, loan docs, etc.) Maintaining open communication with borrowers, lenders, legal counsels, third party vendors, and internal servicing and insurance departments on an as-needed basis.   

• Research & Lead Generation –Provide reliable borrower, property, and market level data by using available third party and internal resources. Research will include but is not limited to ownership records, property transaction history, demographics, and sales and rent comparables. At the direction of Managing Director or Producer, conduct and sustain continuous and annual lead generation efforts, leveraging internal prospecting tools and third-party platforms.   

• Client Service – At the direction of Managing Director or Producer, responsible for providing lenders, borrowers, and internal teams with a best-in-class experience by providing reliable, high-quality service in a prompt, friendly, and professional manner. 

What We're Looking For:  

• Four-year college degree required with a major in real estate, finance, economics, accounting, or business area preferred. 

• Experience in Financial analysis and/or underwriting experience specifically within commercial real estate capital markets is required. 

• Proficiency in agency lending, including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac underwriting, and a comprehensive understanding of various commercial real estate property types is preferred. 

• Strong understanding of cash flow analysis and demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to calculate NOI, DSC, ROC, IRR, etc. 

• Candidate must possess strong verbal communication skills – ability to interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of internal/external parties. 

• Strong Tech knowledge and skills, including in-depth expert knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)  Knowledge of Salesforce, ARGUS, and InDesign software is a plus 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while under pressure and an aptitude for problem-solving 

• Resourceful with a strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision 

• Strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours when necessary

Northmarq offers a highly competitive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K match and an annual discretionary contribution based on business performance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance, education assistance, volunteer paid time off, charitable contribution match and so much more!

Northmarq carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The starting base salary range for the Investment Analyst position is $67,000.00 to $85,000.00 annually, plus annual bonus eligibility and full benefits offered. This range is a good faith estimate and the actual compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. 

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