BS/BA required; MS in real estate, JD, or MBA considered.
3+ years of real estate experience, ideally at a lender or investment manager.
Proven experience managing financing deals from start to finish.
Strong grasp of real estate finance and structuring.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
Responsibilities
Manage debt financing transactions from origination to closing.
Monitor and manage the existing debt portfolio, including refinancing opportunities.
Maintain financing analyses and portfolio reporting for decision-making.
Advise teams on financing strategy and underwriting considerations.
Support fund-level and corporate financing initiatives.
Evaluate and execute debt restructurings aligned with asset plans.
Develop and maintain relationships with lenders and brokers.
Coordinate with internal teams and external parties throughout financing processes.
Benefits
Generous discretionary bonus.
Comprehensive medical, financial, and wellness programs.
Support for professional and personal development.
Full Job Description
Harrison Street is seeking an Associate to join the firm's Capital Markets team in Chicago.
Responsibilities:
Manage debt financing transactions from origination through closing, including preparing financing materials, lender outreach, structuring, term sheet and documentation negotiations, diligence, and closing.
Monitor and manage the existing debt portfolio, including maturities, covenants, extensions, and opportunities to refinance, recapitalize, modify, or otherwise optimize capital structures.
Maintain financing analyses and portfolio reporting, including lender comparisons, transaction recommendations, financing pipelines, debt maturity schedules, and transaction trackers.
Advise acquisition and asset management teams on financing strategy and underwriting, including debt sizing, leverage, pricing, structure, and execution considerations.
Support fund-level and corporate financing initiatives, including subscription and revolving credit facilities, private placements, and other structured financing solutions.
Evaluate and execute debt restructurings, including modifications, extensions, amendments, paydowns, and other solutions aligned with evolving asset business plans.
Develop and maintain lender and broker relationships and stay current on lender appetite, pricing, structures, and broader debt capital markets trends.
Serve as a financing resource across the firm by coordinating with internal teams (Transactions, Asset Management, Portfolio Management, and Legal) and external counterparties throughout financing processes.
Qualifications:
BS/BA required (MS in real estate, JD or MBA will be considered as well).
3+ years of applicable real estate work experience, preferably at a lender, investment manager, real estate REIT.
Proven track record of managing financing deal process from inception to closing.
Strong understanding of real estate finance / structuring.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task across several projects with deadlines.
$150,000 - $170,000 a year
For Illinois Only: The expected base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $170,000. Actual salaries may vary based on a number of factors, including skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to base salary, total compensation at Harrison Street includes a generous discretionary bonus, along with a comprehensive range of benefits - including medical, financial, and wellness programs - designed to support our employees both professionally and personally.
