Real Estate Investment, Associate

Location Designation: Hybrid - 4 days per week 

The Investment Associate will play a key role in supporting commercial real estate debt and equity originators as well as equity asset managers. This individual will be actively involved in all aspects of the mortgage origination and equity acquisition process—including underwriting, research, due diligence, negotiations, deal structuring, and closing. Core responsibilities include financial modeling, investment analysis, and preparation of internal investment memoranda. The position also involves participation in client meetings, presentations to senior management, and property/market tours.

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop a career in institutional-quality commercial real estate, gain exposure to large and complex transactions, and interact with leading professionals across the industry.

What You’ll Do:

• Support originators and asset managers in the underwriting and execution of commercial real estate debt and equity investments.
• Perform detailed financial modeling, valuation, and investment analysis using Argus and Microsoft Excel.
• Prepare comprehensive internal investment memoranda and presentation materials.
• Conduct market and property-level research and due diligence.
• Assist with transaction negotiations, structuring, and closings.
• Participate in property tours, internal meetings, and presentations to senior management.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and communication across teams.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Real Estate with a strong academic record.
• Relevant coursework and internship or work experience in real estate investment or underwriting, ideally with an institutional investment firm, commercial lender, brokerage, or appraisal company.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Argus and advanced modeling skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of various commercial real estate asset classes, including office, retail, multifamily, industrial, and specialty properties.
• Understanding of diverse debt structures such as senior mortgages, mezzanine loans, subordinated debt, and preferred equity.

Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and technical capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative yet detail-oriented thinker with strong research and problem-solving abilities.
• Positive, proactive, and collaborative team player with an outgoing personality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Highly motivated, conscientious, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $90,000-$130,000 

Overtime eligible: Exempt 

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes 

Sales bonus eligible: No 

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.​

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

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Job Requisition ID: 92867