Senior 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 a Senior Investment Analyst to support the  Production Debt + Equity team in our West Palm Beach office. The individual will join an active and top-performing Origination Production team while providing support to the office through financial analysis and underwriting, loan request/investment report packaging, due diligence, closing, and various support functions.

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 near-term 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 at the direction of the Managing Director or Producer, 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 – At the direction of the Managing Director or Producers, 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 the 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 the 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:

• Minimum 2+ years of full-time financial analysis and/or underwriting experience in Commercial Real Estate Capital Markets is required.
• Strong proficiency in agency CRE (Fannie/Freddie) underwriting preferred. A comprehensive understanding of various property types is also essential.
• Four-year college degree required with a major in real estate, finance, accounting, or business area 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
• Familiarity with AI tools and emerging technologies, with the ability to appropriately leverage them to create efficiencies in CRE research, underwriting support, loan packaging, lender/borrower materials, and workflow management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask 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!

Please note: Northmarq carefully considers multiple factors to determine title and compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The actual title and compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

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