GBM - Private, Real Estate Financing Group - Originations, Associate, New York

Goldman Sachs • New York, NY

41d • $150,000 - $225,000

About The Position

The Real Estate Financing Group (REFG) within Capital Solutions Group is a leader in commercial real estate lending and was the top-ranked contributor to U.S. standalone CMBS securitizations for 2017-2024. REFG's Originations team is responsible for the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of securitized and balance sheet lending on commercial real estate assets and is looking for an experienced senior Associate to join the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 4-5 years of work experience, ideally in underwriting and closing CMBS and / or CRE balance sheet loans
• Track record of academic achievement
• Strong modeling and analytical skills; experience with Argus is not required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with both internal and external audiences
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple transactions under deadlines
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to results
• Genuine interest in real estate origination

Responsibilities

• Underwrite commercial real estate mortgage loans across all property types (e.g., industrial, multifamily, office, retail, hospitality, data centers, and specialty) for both the CMBS business and the bank's own balance sheet
• Perform in-depth property, market, sector, and borrower due diligence and research
• Model cash flows and conduct valuation analyses on commercial real estate assets across property types and geographies
• Contribute to all aspects of loan origination, from initial underwriting to loan closing to deal distribution
• Prepare materials and memos for client discussions, deal evaluation, internal committees, and deal distribution
• Coordinate with REFG's Credit, Capital Markets, and Securitization teams as well as external parties such as due diligence providers, consultants, and legal counsel throughout the loan execution process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees