Investment Analyst - Real Estate Investments CML Asset Management

Investment Analyst

Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company, seeks an Investment Analyst to support our Real Estate Asset Management team. The role focuses on managing and monitoring a multi‑billion‑dollar loan portfolio secured by U.S. real estate properties.

Columbus, OH – One Nationwide Plaza, Columbus OH, 43215. Must reside within 35 miles of the office.

Work schedule:

4 days in office, 1 day remote.

• Assist senior team members in analyzing borrower requests for commercial mortgage loans held in the Nationwide general account or managed on behalf of third‑party participants.
• Review and interpret loan terms and ancillary provisions in loan agreements.
• Perform financial statement analysis for borrower entities and collateral properties, and review annual property inspections.
• Maintain positive relationships with loan correspondents and other external customers.
• Communicate status of borrower requests, expected completion timelines, and required approvals.
• Collaborate with the CML Due Diligence, Closing and Legal teams to draft post‑closing checklists and language for asset management responsibilities.
• Ensure accurate data entry of loan information into Nationwide’s loan management system (LMS) and other downstream database or website‑related systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, finance, business, or related field.
• 0‑2 years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of real estate fundamentals and legal interpretation of loan documents preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to prioritize assignments effectively to support internal and external stakeholders/customers.

• Overtime eligibility:
  Not Eligible (Exempt).
• Some travel may be required.
• Credit check required as part of selection process.
• Position does not qualify for employer‑sponsored work authorization;
  Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

Investment Analyst: $71,000.00 – $.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and short & long‑term disability.
• Paid time off: minimum 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension plan.
• Business casual attire and other employee benefits.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.