What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Production Analyst / Associate - Debt & Structured Finance position at Colliers Debt & Structured Finance?
The role involves underwriting, financial modeling, lender engagement, marketing, and transaction execution for loans typically ranging from $20MM to $200MM across agency, life company, bank, and alternative lending platforms. The Senior Production Analyst will play a central role throughout the full debt placement lifecycle and serve as a key execution, analytical, and coordination resource for the team.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Underwriting & Financial AnalysisBuild and maintain sophisticated financial models for multifamily assets, including scenario, sensitivity, and refinancing analysesUnderwrite properties using historical operating statements, rent rolls, and budgets,Analyze market conditions, capital markets, and lender requirements to inform loan sizing, pricing, and execution strategyEvaluate debt structures, including fixed and floating rate loans, prepayment penalties, yield maintenance, defeasance, interest-only periods, reserves, and exit scenariosProvide actionable recommendations to borrowers and senior originators regarding optimal capital structures and value-preservation or enhancement strategiesResearch and interpret local and state tax regulations, reassessment triggers, and valuation methodologies impacting underwritingDebt Placement & Lender CoordinationSupport senior originators in sourcing, structuring, and executing multifamily debt financingsCoordinate lender outreach and manage communications with agency, bank, life company, and debt fund counterpartsTrack lender feedback, pricing, and term sheets to support optimal executionAssist in the preparation of lender-facing financing packages, credit narratives, and internal memorandaMarketing & Client MaterialsLead the creation of debt marketing materials, including financing packages, pitch materials, lender presentations, and borrower-facing analysesEnsure consistent branding and high-quality presentation across print, digital, email, and web-based marketing materialsCoordinate with designers, copywriters, photographers, and other vendors to deliver best-in-class presentations and marketing materialsTrack marketing effectiveness and refine materials based on lender and client feedbackTransaction Management & ExecutionManage transactions from signed engagement or term sheet through loan closing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timelinessCoordinate appraisals, inspections, third-party reports, borrower diligence, lender requirements, and closing timelinesReview and interpret complex real estate documents, including leases, loan agreements, and closing documentationAssist with preparation and submission of contracts, disclosures, and transaction documentation in compliance with brokerage, state, and local regulationsProactively identify and resolve issues to keep transactions on track and clients informedOperations, Systems & Team SupportServe as the central communication and workflow hub between originators, analysts, marketing staff, lenders, and external partiesOversee CRM systems, databases, deal pipelines, marketing outreach, and transaction recordsEnsure quality control, consistency, and accuracy across all underwriting, marketing, and client deliverablesDesign, implement, and continuously improve workflows, checklists, and operating procedures to support platform growth and scalabilityManage task prioritization, project flow, and delivery timelines across multiple concurrent assignmentsSupport leadership with operational strategy, execution, and day-to-day management initiativesAct as a trusted advisor to senior team members, offering proactive insights, recommendations, and solutionsOther duties as assignedREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Real Estate Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or a related field2–5 years of experience in commercial real estate finance, mortgage banking, lending, investment sales, or principal-side roles with meaningful debt exposureStrong understanding of multifamily valuation, capital markets, debt structures, and cash-flow analysis (NOI, DSCR, LTV, debt yield)Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft 365Exceptional organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage competing prioritiesStrong analytical rigor with high standards for data accuracy, quality control, and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHighly professional, proactive, discreet, tech-savvy, and capable of working independently within a team-oriented environmentWillingness to obtain real estate licensure or mortgage banking credentials as required by state lawJOB EXPECTATIONSOccasional domestic travel is required for this positionRegular and reliable attendance requiredBENEFITSWe offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families including medical and dental plan; 401k plan including company matching; firm funded life and disability insurance.