Production Analyst- Debt & Structured Finance

Colliers International; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a Production Analyst to support the Debt & Structured Finance team in originating and underwriting commercial real estate debt and structured capital assignments. You will analyze financials, prepare underwriting, and help producers present market-ready financing recommendations to clients.

The role requires strong Excel modeling, financial analysis, and attention to detail, with collaboration across lenders, investors, and internal Colliers teams to drive transactions to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in finance, real estate, economics, business, or related field.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; ability to build financial models and run analyses.
• Experience with commercial real estate capital markets, underwriting, or finance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare institutional underwriting for CRE financing opportunities (rent rolls, financials, debt sizing).
• Support financing strategies across senior debt, agency lending, mezzanine, and other structures.
• Create/update lender/investor materials, memoranda, and marketing packages.
• Coordinate due diligence, track outreach, and manage timelines to closing.
• Summarize market conditions and financing terms to guide client recommendations.
• Collaborate with borrowers, lenders, and internal teams to maintain momentum from sizing to closing.
• Review due diligence materials and maintain deal files with accuracy.

Skills

Financial analysis

Underwriting

Valuation

Excel modeling

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/real estate/economics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it's not our success that sets us apart, it's how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what's right for our clients, people and communities. Why Colliers? Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers' continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

SUMMARY

The Production Analyst supports the Colliers Debt & Structured Finance production team in originating, underwriting, structuring, marketing, and executing commercial real estate debt and structured capital assignments. This role provides analytical, transaction, and market support for producers across acquisition financing, refinance, construction, bridge, agency, life company, bank, CMBS, mezzanine, preferred equity, joint venture equity, and other capital stack solutions. The position requires strong financial analysis, attention to detail, client-service orientation, and the ability to help producers deliver clear, market-ready financing recommendations and capital placement materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare, review, and maintain institutional-quality underwriting for commercial real estate financing opportunities, including rent rolls, operating statements, borrower financials, debt sizing, valuation support, sources and uses, capitalization structures, and sensitivity analyses.

Support producers in evaluating financing strategies across senior debt, agency lending, life company, bank, CMBS, construction, bridge, mezzanine, preferred equity, joint venture equity, and other structured finance solutions.

Create and update lender and investor marketing materials, including financing memoranda, executive summaries, lender packages, pitch materials, transaction overviews, capital stack summaries, and closing or case-study support.

Assist in deal marketing and capital placement processes by organizing due diligence, tracking lender and investor outreach, maintaining process timelines, comparing quotes, summarizing feedback, and supporting producer recommendations to clients.

Research and summarize market conditions, lender appetite, investor mandates, financing terms, comparable transactions, and capital markets trends to help position opportunities and advise clients.

Coordinate with borrowers, lenders, investors, Colliers professionals, third-party consultants, and internal transaction teams to gather information, resolve questions, and maintain transaction momentum from initial sizing through closing.

Review and organize due diligence materials, including appraisals, environmental reports, property condition reports, leases, title information, surveys, insurance, financial statements, entity documents, and other transaction documentation.

Maintain deal files, pipeline information, lender and investor notes, transaction checklists, marketing lists, comparable financing databases, and other team resources with accuracy and timely updates.

Support Phoenix Debt & Structured Finance team initiatives, including market intelligence, business development tracking, relationship management, notable-deal libraries, capital provider databases, and recurring team operating processes.

Participate in producer meetings, pipeline reviews, lender and client calls, and internal strategy discussions; capture notes, action items, next steps, and follow-up responsibilities as needed.

Exercise sound judgment, confidentiality, responsiveness, and professionalism when handling borrower, lender, investor, and internal Colliers information.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in finance, real estate, accounting, economics, business, or a related field. Experience, coursework, or internship exposure in commercial real estate, capital markets, mortgage banking, investment sales, underwriting, development, or finance preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and financial modeling tools preferred.

COMPETENCIES

Strong financial analysis, underwriting, valuation, and Excel modeling skills with the ability to interpret operating statements, rent rolls, loan terms, and capital structures. Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, including the ability to summarize complex financing alternatives clearly and professionally. High attention to detail and accuracy in underwriting, market materials, data management, lender communication, and transaction documentation. Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments, meet deadlines, prioritize urgent transaction needs, and maintain responsiveness in a fast-paced production environment. Sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, problem-solving ability, and willingness to research, ask questions, and develop practical recommendations. Collaborative team orientation with the ability to work effectively with producers, analysts, clients, lenders, investors, internal Colliers partners, and third-party professionals. Professional presence, discretion, accountability, and client-service mindset. Interest in commercial real estate capital markets, debt placement, structured finance, and long-term growth opportunity within a production-oriented advisory platform.

JOB EXPECTATIONS

This is a full-time position in office five days a week. Days of work are Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular and reliable attendance required.

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families including medical and dental plan; 401k plan including company matching; firm funded life and disability insurance.

Pursuant to the laws regarding job postings where the position is located in, Colliers is disclosing the following information: Area/Location Specific: Phoenix, AZ Our compensation ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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