Analyst, Portfolio Retention

About Arbor Realty Trust

Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: A ) is a leading commercial real estate lender and real estate investment trust (REIT), consistently ranked among the top multifamily and agency loan producers nationwide. With a diversified platform spanning agency, bridge, structured, and private-label lending, Arbor manages billions of dollars in transactions that shape the housing and commercial real estate markets across the U.S.

As a publicly traded company with an entrepreneurial culture, Arbor offers the best of both worlds: the stability of a strong balance sheet and national reputation, combined with the agility of a fast-paced finance shop. Our teams work at the forefront of multifamily and commercial real estate finance, providing employees with hands-on deal exposure, career growth opportunities, and direct impact on the markets we serve.

• Be part of a leading commercial real estate finance company with a national reputation and strong growth trajectory
• Gain hands-on exposure to high-impact deals across multifamily, structured, bridge, and agency lending
• Build your career with clear opportunities for advancement, professional development, and mentorship
• Collaborate with experienced teams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment backed by the stability of a publicly traded REIT

As a Portfolio Retention Analyst
, you will evaluate maturing loans for refinance opportunities and support underwriting for assumptions, supplemental loans, and new originations. You’ll play a key role in maintaining Arbor’s strong portfolio performance while gaining experience in loan structuring, credit reviews, and market research.

• Collect and analyze financials, rent rolls, and market data for loan modeling
• Conduct borrower due diligence and preliminary credit reviews
• Screen assumptions and supplemental loans for agency eligibility
• Collect and reconcile loan application documents and financial exhibits
• Order and review appraisals, inspections, and environmental reports
• Support underwriters in preparing credit packages for Loan Committee
• Conduct site inspections and research economic/demographic trends

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or related field
• 1–3 years of real estate or finance experience preferred;
  Master’s in Real Estate may substitute for experience
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Travel:
  Up to 20%
• Base Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000, plus discretionary performance-based bonus
• Benefits:
  Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more
• Career Growth:
  Exposure to agency and portfolio lending with opportunities to advance into underwriting

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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