Underwriting Senior Analyst​/Junior Associate - Real Estate

A growing private real estate investment manager based in Darien, CT is seeking a Senior Analyst / Junior Associate to join its underwriting and asset management team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in construction lending, bridge lending, or real estate development
, with strong analytical capabilities and a passion for credit‑focused real estate investing.

• 2–5 years of experience in real estate underwriting, bridge lending, construction lending, development, acquisitions, or related fields
• Strong modeling skills (
  Excel
  ) and understanding of debt structures
• Familiarity with construction budgets, schedules, and risk assessment – a strong plus
• Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Bachelor’s degree required (Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Engineering, or related fields preferred)

• Underwrite senior and subordinate debt investments across multifamily, mixed‑use, industrial, and other asset classes
• Build and manage detailed financial models, cash‑flow projections, and sensitivity analyses
• Assist in reviewing deal structures, loan terms, budgets, and third‑party reports
• Participate in site visits, borrower meetings, and construction progress evaluations
• Prepare investment memos and materials for internal credit committee
• Support asset management activities including draw reviews, covenant monitoring, and performance tracking
• Conduct market research and assist in portfolio analytics as needed