Real Estate Debt Underwriter - Associate Director

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.
We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Real Estate Debt Underwriter
Title: Real Estate Debt Underwriter - Associate Director/Senior Associate
Department: U.S. Real Estate Debt Underwriting
Location: El Segundo, CA
Barings is a global investment manager sourcing differentiated opportunities and building long-term portfolios across public and private fixed income, Real Estate, and specialist equity markets. With investment professionals based in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, the firm, a subsidiary of MassMutual, aims to serve its clients, communities, and employees, and is committed to sustainable practices and responsible investment. Learn more, at www.barings.com.
Responsibilities:

• Underwrite and analyze potential loan opportunities, including cash flow projections using ARGUS and/or Excel software, valuations and loan metrics.
• Conduct local market analysis for potential financings including gathering and evaluating economic, demographic and other data.
• Coordinate Origination and Underwriting teams through investment and closing process.
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of loan investment summaries/briefs to internal investment committees.
• Review legal documents and other materials as part of the due diligence process; abstract key documents; assist in closing process.
• Provide assistance to asset management and leverage teams on closed loans as needed.

Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of commercial Real Estate investment analysis experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a finance or Real Estate emphasis or related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and ARGUS software.
• Able to model and analyze complex debt transactions and waterfalls and convey findings clearly with effective writing.
• Experience with mezzanine debt and preferred equity structures preferred.

Competencies:

• Ability to break down complex issues into component parts and pursue resolution
• Understands business issues and processes; effectively translates initiatives into action plans
• Makes and defends key recommendations and decisions
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent computer and Excel skills
• Develops strong and effective relationships with all areas across the organization
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Shares information
• Takes charge and seizes opportunities; embraces change
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects
• Strong time management, organizational, facilitation and collaboration skills
• Strong work ethic and willingness to participate and learn in a team environment

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.
Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• 401(k) Plan w/Company Match
• Pension Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account

LIFE INSURANCE

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program