The Associate or Vice President of Underwriting would work within our US Commercial Mortgage Back Securities (CMBS) group and be dedicated to a specific origination team that focuses on making loans in the US secured by all major asset classes (retail, industrial, multifamily, office, hotel, self-storage, manufactured housing, etc.). The position would be based in New York City.  The candidate would work with an originator on sizing new deals and serve as the deal advocate throughout the life cycle of the transaction including running the underwriting and due diligence process, preparing credit memos/asset summaries and completing financial analysis and market research. Responsibilities would also include site inspections, coordinating with our internal appraisers and engineers, closing staff, outside counsel, and present transactions to senior managers, rating agencies and investors.

Who we think will be a great fit…

• Proficiency with Excel and preferably exposure to Argus. 

• Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to multitask.

• Strong Communication, Planning and Organization skills

• Unquestioned Commitment to ethical Decision-making

• Excellent writing and presentation skills.

• 2 to 7 years of commercial real estate loan underwriting experience.  Direct CMBS Underwriting experience would be a plus. 

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Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance or closely related areas of Business Administration

• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing environment in order to meet deadlines

 

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance or closely related areas of Business Administration

 

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Institutional Banking

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Job Family:

Investment Banking

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$130,000.00 - $250,000.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Sep 10, 2025

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