Senior Director, High-Yield Real Estate Originations

PGIM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 185,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with annualbon

Annual bonus eligibility

401(k) with company match

Job summary

PGIM Real Estate is seeking a Senior Director of Originations to drive sourcing and execution of high yield debt investments across mezzanine, bridge and equity structures. The role will engage with internal partners and external borrowers, building a strong, market-facing presence.

You will lead deal sourcing, due diligence and closing, while mentoring regional teams and shaping a growth-focused marketing strategy across the platform.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in commercial real estate lending with a track record of originating and closing high yield debt.
• A network of borrower and intermediary relationships in the high yield market.
• Strong quantitative skills and demonstrated analytical ability.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Ability to work both independently and as an integral member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Source and originate commercial real estate high yield debt investments (mezzanine, bridge, and preferred equity) for PGIM's various investors, both directly and through internal partnerships.
• Manage all aspects of the loan origination process, including analysis and underwriting, debt structuring, pricing strategy, presentations to senior management, due diligence review, transaction negotiation and closing.
• Serve as a high yield debt expert to Originations loan officers across the platform, partnering with them to develop and execute a marketing strategy that generates high yield investments.
• Develop relationships with prospective borrowers and intermediaries focused on the high yield market, while maintaining and building enduring relationships with existing clients across the platform.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Networking in high yield market

Education

MBA

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

PGIM Real Estate is seeking a Senior Director of Originations to drive sourcing and execution of high yield debt investments across mezzanine, bridge and equity structures. The role will engage with internal partners and external borrowers, building a strong, market-facing presence.

You will lead deal sourcing, due diligence and closing, while mentoring regional teams and shaping a growth-focused marketing strategy across the platform.