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Associate, Private Debt

United States, Chicago 75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted January 20, 2026
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Our Chicago office is seeking an Associate to join the Private Real Estate Debt Investment team. We are looking for a self-starter, who is highly collaborative, analytical and has a strong interest in Real Estate. The Private Real Estate Debt team invests via senior debt, mezzanine and preferred equity structures across all asset classes. The focus is on value-add business plans which include physical and/or operational improvements, re-development, or ground up development.

Job Responsibility

  • Assisting the Chicago based investment professionals in analyzing and underwriting real estate debt opportunities across the western region of the US
  • Supporting the Firm’s asset management team in monitoring and managing existing real estate debt opportunities across the western region of the US
  • Preparing and confirming pro forma cash flow projections for potential investment opportunities across all property types, structures, and risk profiles for multiple real estate funds and separate accounts
  • Analyzing property data and reports including operating statements, rent rolls, leasing reports, and appraisals to assist in concluding feasibility of investment opportunities
  • Utilizing third party data providers and conducting own research to analyze markets, trends, and competitive sets to assist in preparation of underwriting assumptions
  • Preparing models and summaries of investment opportunities for internal or client presentation through thorough understanding of investment factors, market research, and credit risk analysis
  • Coordinating and participating in due diligence and closing processes relating to investment opportunities
  • Working collaboratively with other groups such as research and portfolio management

Requirements

  • 0-3 years of professional commercial real estate experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance or real estate
  • General understanding of real estate finance, property valuation, and investment analysis
  • Excellent communicator with strong writing skills
  • Well-organized, detail oriented, and deadline driven
  • Enjoys working in a dynamic team environment
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and handle ambiguity
  • Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Proficiency in Argus

What we offer

  • competitive compensation
  • annual bonus plan
  • leading-edge, human-centric benefits package

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