Commercial Real Estate Investment Analyst/Associate (Structured Equity)

ArrowMark Partners; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Life benefits

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

ArrowMark Partners in Denver seeks a Commercial Real Estate Investment Analyst/Associate (Structured Equity) to work with senior teams on underwriting, structuring, and executing CRE investments across property types. You will prepare investment memorandums and support transaction closing while engaging with brokers, borrowers, and sponsors.

The role emphasizes cash flow modeling, due diligence, and presenting analyses to senior management.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in real estate investment with a top firm preferred.
• Proven ability to evaluate and manage real estate investments and perform due diligence.
• Strong skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Argus, CoStar; ability to present to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite, structure, and execute CRE investments with focus on commercial mortgage lending.
• Prepare deal summaries and investment memorandums; assist with deal structuring and closing.
• Conduct cash flow analysis and property valuations using operating statements and rent rolls.
• Manage client relationships from loan quote to loan close with brokers and borrowers.
• Assist in pipeline meetings, deal discussions, and investment committees with clear communication.
• Collect and review due diligence information for loan underwriting and closing.

Skills

Real estate investment

Underwriting

Deal structuring

Due diligence

Financial modeling

Presentations

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

CFA

MBA

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Argus

CoStar

Financial modeling

Job description

* For consideration, interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter directly to Peter Albro: [e-mail] *

ArrowMark Partners is seeking to hire a Commercial Real Estate Investment Analyst/Associate (Structured Equity) based out of its headquarters in Denver, CO. This is a great growth opportunity for the exceptionally hard worker who wants to gain extensive experience and be exposed to diverse areas of the commercial real estate market.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with senior investment professionals to underwrite, structure, and execute CRE investments with specific focus on its commercial mortgage lending business.
• Primary responsibilities include deal underwriting and investment analysis for all property types, prepare deal summaries and investment memorandums, as well as assisting senior investment professionals with transaction structuring, due diligence and closing, asset/risk management, among other areas.
• Estimate cash flow and property valuations based on the historical and current operations of the property in addition to performing market research and in-depth fundamental analysis of investment opportunities.
• Manage the client relationship from loan quote to loan close, including regular calls with mortgage brokers/bankers and borrowers and begin a conduit for the originator.
• Participate in structuring, document drafting and negotiations (LOIs, term sheets, partnership agreements, loan documents, etc.), due diligence and closing processes
• Participate and present in pipeline meetings, internal deal discussions, and investment committees while displaying a high level of communication and presentation skills
• Collect, analyze and review all due diligence information required for loan underwriting and closing, including rent rolls (lease roll over and tenant analysis) historical operating statements, borrowing entity documents, SNDAs and estoppels, tax returns, bank statements and others.

Desired Experience & Skills

• 2-5 years of experience in the real estate investment industry with a leading investment bank, private equity firm, or advisory firm is preferred.
• Proven capability in evaluating and managing real estate investments, conducting research independently as well as conducting due diligence/deal underwritings.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Argus, CoStar, financial modeling, and ability to present your views and recommendations to senior management in a concise and organized manner. Direct experience with AI-related technologies a plus.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal/written skills, effective interpersonal skills, self-motivated ambition, high intellectual curiosity, and a desire to continuously expand knowledge base. Exceptional attention to detail is required.
• Strong work ethic with ability to multi-task, take initiative, manage multiple timelines (with multiple originators who may have different styles) and work under tight deadlines.
• Established capital markets experience including relationships with real estate sponsors, market intermediaries and capital partners is a plus but not required.
• Completion of undergraduate studies; CFA and/or MBA is a plus.

Company Description

ArrowMark Partners is an employee‑owned asset management firm founded in 2007. The firm manages approximately $18.5 billion in assets on behalf of institutional and individual investors across alternative credit, public equity, commercial real estate, and other customized investment strategies.

Additional Information

ArrowMark Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We believe the most effective way to attract and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce is to foster an open, collaborative culture where diversity of perspectives, ideas and experiences is highly valued and encouraged because it enhances employee engagement and leads to better investment outcomes for clients. We welcome all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Compensation and Benefits

• The base salary range for this position is approximated to be $90,000 – $150,000 USD. Actual pay will be based on the skills and experience of each candidate.
• Position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus award. Individual bonuses are determined based on individual, team, and company performance.
• Eligible employees are offered a full suite of benefit options that includes comprehensive health and life benefits, 401(k) plan, flexible and health spending programs and access to a variety of voluntary benefits.

*The salary range is posted in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of Colorado. Actual pay will be based on the skills and experience of each candidate.