Senior Analyst; Commercial Real Estate Lending

About Sahara Investment Group (“SIG”)

A platform built on partnership. Committed to creating lasting value through creative thinking and institutional execution.

Today, Sahara Investment Group has two components of its business.

SIG is an alternative investment manager with proprietary commercial real estate strategies across both real estate debt and real estate acquisitions.

SIG is a private multi-family office that provides financial and lifestyle solutions for ultra-high-net-worth families and successful entrepreneurs that have grown beyond traditional wealth management and need a wholistic solution to build lasting financial and lifestyle freedom or generational wealth.

SIG’s shared capabilities allow them to serve its clients more effectively and create differentiated investment products.

As a Senior Analyst, you will play a critical role in sourcing, underwriting, closing, and managing commercial real estate loans and related investments. This role requires a highly motivated, entrepreneurial individual who can take ownership across all aspects of the investment process.

You will manage underwriting, diligence, closings, and asset management for SIG. The ideal candidate has strong finance and real estate expertise, is comfortable with responsibility, and thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Support the underwriting and execution of first lien mortgages, mezzanine loans, and related CRE investments.
• Support origination and deal structuring conversations.
• Manage deal flow, diligence, third-party vendors, and documentation through closing.
• Analyze market data, asset performance, borrower profile, and exit strategies.
• Participate in site visits and assess macro/micro market dynamics.
• Review and support the negotiation of key contracts and closing documents.

• Monitor portfolio performance and proactively assess risk factors.
• Coordinate construction draw processes and budget reviews with third parties.
• Assist with loan modifications and restructures, from business terms through documentation.

• Support internal and external team workflows across sourcing, underwriting, and asset management.
• Adhere to process discipline for all investment activities.
• Participate in regular performance feedback to uphold team accountability.

• Support the firm’s strategic growth efforts and fund management initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and competitive dynamics to inform investment strategy.
• Promote the firm's values, culture, and reputation in the market.

• Prepare materials for leadership meetings and contribute to portfolio strategy.
• Assist with investor reporting and firm-wide performance tracking.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, real estate, or related field.
• 3+ years of commercial real estate experience, preferably in debt or equity investing.
• Strong credit and structuring skills with direct experience underwriting CRE assets.
• Experience closing real estate transactions.
• Experience in managing real estate investments (debt or equity) is preferred.
• Experience in target markets (NV, UT, , AZ, TX, NM) preferred.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading teams or managing junior staff is a plus.

• Be a key member of a high-impact, entrepreneurial team.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based upside.
• Culture of ownership, transparency, and innovation.
• Opportunity to shape a growing investment platform and its future.