Junior Originator

About the Role:

Our Junior Originator will play a pivotal role in Bravo Capital’s lending platform by sourcing and closing real estate debt transactions. This role is ideal for highly motivated, exceptional professionals with strong research, quantitative, interpersonal, and sales skills. The successful candidate will bring a proactive mindset, strong work ethic, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

About Us:

Bravo Capital is a leading private lender specializing in bridge-to-HUD financing, direct HUD financing, mezzanine loans, and preferred equity solutions. Since 2021, we have financed over $1.6 billion in real estate debt, with a strong focus on multifamily and healthcare properties. Our team is dynamic, innovative, and dedicated to structuring creative financing solutions that drive value for our clients.

Responsibilities and Deliverables:

• Originate real estate loans, including bridge-to-HUD, direct HUD, mezzanine, and preferred equity financing.
• Develop and maintain relationships with borrowers, brokers, and institutional partners.
• Analyze potential loan opportunities based on asset quality, sponsor strength, and deal economics.
• Negotiate loan terms and manage transactions from initial inquiry through closing.
• Identify emerging lending opportunities in multifamily, healthcare, and commercial real estate sectors.
• Collaborate with credit and capital markets teams to optimize deal structures and execution strategies.
• Represent Bravo Capital at industry conferences and networking events.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Real Estate, or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in real estate lending, mortgage origination, or debt brokerage.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to source, structure, and close real estate transactions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in bridge-to-HUD lending or healthcare/multifamily finance.
• Existing borrower and broker relationships in the real estate debt space.
• Experience working in a private lender, bank, or mortgage brokerage.
• Strong financial modeling and underwriting skills (Excel proficiency required).
• MBA, CFA, or other relevant certifications.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $75k-$105k (commensurate with experience)
• Commission-based bonuses tied to deal origination and performance
• Comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a two-minute video introduction to careers@bravocapital.com. We appreciate all applications, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.