Senior Associate

Meridian Capital Group is seeking a full-time Senior Associate / Vice President to join a dynamic, growing group supporting a team of Brokers. The person will assist with the underwriting, structuring, and execution of commercial real estate debt transactions across a variety of asset classes and business plans, including stabilized assets, value-add investments, new construction, and redevelopment opportunities. This role will work closely with Brokers and gain exposure to borrowers, lenders, and live transactions in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• Partner with Managing Directors to develop financing strategies while independently managing existing client relationships and transaction execution, allowing senior leadership to focus on new business development
• Lead lender outreach and financing discussions, sourcing competitive debt solutions and negotiating terms that align with client objectives
• Underwrite and assist in the placement of commercial real estate debt transactions
• Evaluate loan requests across the capital structure, including senior debt, mezzanine financing, bridge financing, and preferred equity opportunities
• Analyze property cash flows, debt service coverage, leverage metrics, and loan sizing across multiple financing scenarios
• Build and maintain financial models in Excel
• Prepare comprehensive loan submissions, including clear, accurate, and professionally written deal packages for lenders
• Coordinate active transactions by managing due diligence items, lender feedback, deadlines, and closing deliverables
• Review and analyze legal documents, third-party reports, rent rolls, operating statements, and borrower financial information
• Prepare market analysis reports, including vacancy, absorption, and comparable rents and sales
• Work closely and confidentially with lenders and borrowers regarding loan structures, financing options, and qualification requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with potential and existing clients and lenders
• Participate in networking through professional, business and community organizations and activities

• 3+ years of experience in commercial real estate finance, underwriting or a related financial analysis role
• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills may be acquired
• Well organized, with strong time management skills
• Exceptional written communication skills required, including the ability to prepare polished loan submissions, investment memos, and client-facing materials
• Advanced working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and team-oriented

Meridian provides a total compensation package which includes a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits. The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000+ depending on the individual's experience, skills, and qualifications.