Manhattan, NY
Salary Estimate: $125,000.00 - $175,000.00
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Place: Office
Experience Required: 2+ to 5 years
Education Required: 4 Year College
Job Description
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Associate to join our investment team. This role offers the opportunity to work directly on complex commercial real estate debt transactions while developing expertise in underwriting, structuring, and portfolio management. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for real estate finance.
We are seeking a motivated Associate to join our investment team. This role offers the opportunity to work directly on complex commercial real estate debt transactions while developing expertise in underwriting, structuring, and portfolio management. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for real estate finance.
About Derby Lane
Derby Lane is a leading real estate credit investment firm specializing in structured debt investments across commercial real estate markets. We provide customized financing solutions to institutional sponsors and developers while delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns to our investors. Our collaborative culture emphasizes analytical rigor, client service excellence, and professional growth.
Derby Lane is a leading real estate credit investment firm specializing in structured debt investments across commercial real estate markets. We provide customized financing solutions to institutional sponsors and developers while delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns to our investors. Our collaborative culture emphasizes analytical rigor, client service excellence, and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite and analyze commercial real estate debt investment opportunities across property types including multifamily, condo, hospitality, industrial, office, and retail
- Prepare detailed financial models and investment memos for internal investment committee review
- Conduct comprehensive due diligence including market analysis, property inspections, and third-party report review
- Coordinate with external parties including borrowers, brokers, attorneys, and consultants throughout the transaction process
- Monitor existing loan portfolio performance and prepare quarterly portfolio reports
- Assist with asset management activities including lease reviews, capital improvement projects, etc.
- Research commercial real estate market trends, comparable transactions, and economic indicators
- Maintain databases of market information and transaction activity
- Prepare market summaries and investment theme presentations for senior management
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, or related field
- 2-4 years of experience in commercial real estate, investment banking, or related financial services
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency
- Knowledge of commercial real estate fundamentals including valuation methods, market dynamics, and financing structures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in real estate debt underwriting
- Understanding of bridge lending and/or construction financing
- Experience with Argus, CoStar, or similar real estate software platforms
What We Offer (subject to change)
- Performance-based bonus structure
- Health insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Collaborative work environment with senior-level mentorship
- Growth potential within expanding platform
Application Process
Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest in real estate credit and relevant experience to careers@derbyln.com.
We will consider all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. Necessary reasonable accommodations based on disability, pregnancy, gender identity, sincerely held religious beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws will be provided so that the employee can perform the essential functions of their job, so long as such accommodations are reasonable and do not pose an undue hardship.
All employment with the Company and its affiliates is at-will, meaning that you or the Company may end your employment at any time, and there is no promise of employment for any duration.
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