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VP / MD of Commercial Real Estate

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Job summary

Bridge is seeking a VP/MD of Commercial Real Estate to lead hospitality debt transactions and drive business development. This role combines commercial real estate expertise with technology development, aiming to enhance financing processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong network and the ability to close significant debt transactions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus

Company stock option plan

401(k) with company contribution

Robust parental leave

On-site team lunches & events

Growth and learning budget

Qualifications

3+ years in commercial real estate financing, preferably in brokerage or lending.
Proven ability to originate and close debt transactions in the $1MM-25MM range.
Established network of referral sources and lenders.

Responsibilities

Manage hospitality debt placement transactions from deal origination to funding.
Identify new opportunities to expand borrower and lender networks.
Collaborate with lenders to provide tailored debt solutions.

Skills

Business Development

Relationship Management

Deal Execution

Communication

Tech Forward Mindset

Education

Experience in Commercial Real Estate Financing

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At Bridge, we’re redefining how businesses access capital in two of the most dynamic sectors in the U.S. economy: Hospitality and Working Capital. Our platform connects business owners with a network of over 100 commercial lenders, creating a competitive, transparent process to secure financing tailored to their needs.
Whether it's a hotel developer seeking construction capital or a fast-growing consumer brand needing inventory financing, Bridge empowers borrowers to take control of the financing process — and gives lenders the tools to find and underwrite deals faster.
Our platform combines modern technology, deep lender relationships, and a team of in-house capital experts to streamline commercial lending. We drive borrower demand through strategic partnerships and deliver capital access through a curated lender network including private lenders, commercial banks, SBA lenders, CDFIs, credit funds, and more.
We’re on a mission to make financing efficient — and to do that, we’re building the next generation of AI-powered tools and services.

About the Role

We are seeking a hospitality focused VP/MD of Commercial Real Estateto join our growing team. This role is ideal for a commercial real estate professional with a brokerage, lending, or banking background who’s excited to combine CRE finance with technology development. Title is dependent on years of experience.

As a VP/MD, you will be responsible for managing hospitality debt placement transactions end-to-end, from deal origination and client relationship management to lender placement and funding. As a MD/VP of Commercial Real Estate, you'll be at the forefront of our strategic expansion, directly impacting growth by connecting middle-market borrowers to competitive financing solutions. You’ll also play a strategic role in refining our internal processes and product roadmap by collaborating directly with our engineering and product teams.

This role reports directly to the Head of CRE.

Location:Flexible (Remote or Hybrid, Phoenix, NYC preferred)

Key Responsibilities

Business Development:Proactively identify new opportunities to expand our borrower and lender network, leveraging existing relationships and strategically pursuing new partnerships to increase deal volume and platform adoption.
Relationship Building & Deal Execution:Proactively cultivate and nurture relationships with Centers of Influence (COIs), commercial lenders, and middle-market hotel owners, ensuring a robust and active referral pipeline.
End-to-End Deal Management:Drive deals from initial sourcing through borrower evaluation, lender coordination, and successful closing and funding.
Strategic Engagement:Collaborate closely with our extensive lender network, including Commercial Banks, SBA lenders, and Private Lenders, to provide tailored debt solutions to middle-market businesses.

What You Bring to the Team

3+ years of experience in commercial real estate financing, preferably in brokerage, debt advisory or direct lending roles. Hotel experience is prioritized.
Proven ability to originate and close debt transactions I the $1MM-25MM range with deep familiarity in structuring loans across various capital sources (banks, SBA, CMBS, non-bank)
Established network of referral sources and lenders including mortgage brokers, bankers, COI’s and middle market business owners.
Tech forward mindset with enthusiasm for leveraging technology to improve borrower and lender experience, streamline internal workflows and scale business development.
Entrepreneurial Drive, comfortable working in high-growth and fast paced environments where processes are still being built and iterated
Strong communication and client management skills with the ability to lead conversations with borrowers, underwriters, and product/engineering teams alike.
Collaborative spirit with desire to contribute to product development by providing feedback on tools that support origination, underwriting and closing.

Why Join Bridge?

Drive Real-World Impact: Help businesses across industries thrive — from securing construction capital for a family-run hotel chain to funding inventory for a rapidly growing CPG brand.
Be a Founding Engineer: Join as a core member of a newly formed team, with ownership over projects that directly shape our product and influence the industry.
Collaborate Globally: Work closely with teammates across our NYC headquarters, Charlotte, and Brazil — in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.
Build with Autonomy: Enjoy ongoing ownership of your work in a fast-paced, high-trust setting where you’ll have the freedom to iterate, innovate, and ship meaningful features.
Mission-Driven and Well-Backed: Join a founder-led company on a mission to make financing more accessible, backed by top investors like TTV, Citi Ventures, Fin Capital, and US Bank Ventures.

What We Offer

Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
Company stock option plan
401(k) with company contribution
Robust parental leave
On-site team lunches & events
Growth and learning budget
A chance to build something that matters

Our Values

We believe access to capital shouldn’t depend on who you know or how big your business is. We’re leveling the playing field with tech, data, and transparency. If you're passionate about fintech, AI, and building tools that solve real-world problems — we’d love to meet you.
Bridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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