Commercial Real Estate Investment Analyst

Manulife • San Francisco, CA

1d • $78,000 - $140,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The San Francisco–based Real Estate Finance team is hiring an Analyst to join a three‑person team, including two Investment Officers, providing analytical support and coordination in the origination and portfolio management of commercial real estate loans. The Analyst will review new investment opportunities, prepare investment analyses, and summarize the key attributes—including strengths and risks—of potential investments. About 30% of the Analyst’s time will be focused on the annual review and ongoing management of existing portfolio assets. The role requires the ability to distill and communicate analyses into clear, actionable recommendations, including through Excel models, presentation materials, and AI‑assisted tools. Knowledge of commercial real estate investments (which could include relevant coursework and/or internship experience) is preferred but not required.
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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required with a preference for concentration in Finance or Real Estate.
• One to two years of experience in commercial real estate lending, investment, brokerage, appraisal firm, or consulting is preferred, though relevant internship or analyst program experience also considered.
• Clear thinker, creative yet thorough problem-solver, strong research skills.
• Positive attitude, collaborative personality who will work effectively with other team members.
• Ability to work under time pressure, manage multiple tasks, balance competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, organized, pro-active, sense of urgency, conscientious, takes pride in providing high quality, accurate work.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and the ability to utilize AI‑assisted tools and other analytical platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of commercial real estate investments (which could include relevant coursework and/or internship experience)

Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite commercial real estate opportunities for new mortgage investments and for existing portfolio assets across multiple property types, including multifamily, retail, office, and industrial.
• Interact with commercial real estate brokers, borrowers, and other industry professionals.
• Prepare investment summaries, financial analyses, and written approval documents.
• Assist with the preparation of annual reviews and ongoing asset‑level monitoring.
• Participate in market research and data collection to support investment decision‑making.
• Travel periodically to primary markets in Northern California, Utah, and the Pacific Northwest.

Benefits

• Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans.
• We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources.
• Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level