Commercial Bridge Loan Underwriter

CRE Finance Council; Sefton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormfield Capital is looking for a motivated Commercial Bridge Loan Underwriter to evaluate and underwrite short-term real estate loans. The role involves assessing borrower creditworthiness and transaction viability while ensuring compliance with credit policies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, with 2+ years of relevant experience, particularly in commercial real estate debt and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• 2+ years relevant underwriting experience in commercial real estate debt.
• Experience with bridge loans or transitional assets is preferred.
• Strong writing and presentation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite commercial bridge loans for various property types.
• Conduct market and asset-level due diligence.
• Prepare detailed credit memos and underwriting packages.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Financial modeling

Cash flow analysis

Real estate fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Advanced degree or certifications

Tools

Excel-based financial modeling software

CRE research platforms

CRM systems

Job description

Company Overview

Founded in 2015, Stormfield Capital is an institutional private credit manager with deep expertise in lower middle-market commercial real estate bridge lending. Through our technology enabled funding platform we specialize in originating and acquiring short term senior loans secured by commercial and residential investment properties.

Stormfield is a privately held, SEC-registered, alternative investment advisory firm. Stormfield primarily focuses on private credit and special situation investments in private credit or real estate secured debt. Stormfield, through multiple funds, manages capital on behalf of high-net worth individuals, family offices, university endowments, and pensions funds.

Position Overview

Stormfield Capital, LLC (“Stormfield”) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Bridge Loan Underwriter. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and underwriting short-term real estate loans ranging from $1 million to $30 million. You will assess borrower creditworthiness, collateral quality, market conditions, and overall transaction viability. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to make sound risk-based decisions in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

·Underwrite commercial bridge loans for various property types, including multifamily, mixed-use, retail, light industrial, office, and special use assets.

·Collect and analyze borrower financials, credit reports, operating statements, rent rolls, appraisals, and third-party reports.

·Conduct market and asset-level due diligence to assess risks and determine collateral quality.

·Prepare and present detailed credit memos and underwriting packages for investment committee review.

·Collaborate with originators, asset managers, legal counsel, and third-party vendors to drive loan execution.

·Monitor loan pipeline and proactively flag underwriting issues or red flags.

·Ensure compliance with internal credit policies and regulatory guidelines.

·Participate in structuring terms and identifying mitigants to credit risk.

·Support loan closing and documentation process through funding.

Qualifications

·Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CCIM) a plus.

·2+ years of relevant underwriting experience in commercial real estate debt, preferably with bridge loans or transitional assets.

·Strong understanding of real estate fundamentals, valuation methods, and loan structures.

·Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and cash flow analysis (Excel-based).

·Experience with CRE research platforms, financial modeling software and CRM systems (e.g., CoStar, Reonomy, Argus, Rockport VAL, Salesforce, etc.).

·Strong writing and presentation skills with the ability to articulate credit rationale clearly.

·Comfortable working in a lean, entrepreneurial team environment.

·Highly organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.

Compensation & Benefits

·Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus

·Health, dental, and vision insurance

·401(k) plan

·Paid time off and holidays

·Opportunity for career advancement in a rapidly growing platform

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience. Please include any certifications or licenses that are relevant to the position, as well as your availability for interviews.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Stormfield Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.