Real Estate Finance Associate

TripalinkLos Angeles, CA

$80,000 - $100,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Compensation

$80,000-$100,000/year

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Real Estate Finance Associate to support debt financing efforts and manage lender relationships across multiple real estate development projects.

This role will focus on assisting with loan sourcing, lender communication, financing coordination, and ongoing loan portfolio tracking. The position offers strong exposure to real estate capital markets and direct interaction with senior leadership.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in commercial real estate lending, debt brokerage, or development finance who are looking to grow within a real estate development platform.

Key Responsibilities:

Debt Financing & Lender Coordination

Assist in sourcing financing opportunities from commercial banks, credit unions, debt funds, and private lenders
Communicate directly with lenders regarding loan requirements, underwriting questions, and transaction updates
Support negotiation of loan terms including loan proceeds, interest rates, covenants, and extension options
Prepare loan request packages including project summaries, financial information, budgets, and timelines
Coordinate loan application and closing processes

Loan Portfolio Management

Maintain relationships with existing lenders and respond to ongoing requests
Track loan maturities, refinancing timelines, and extension deadlines
Assist with covenant compliance tracking and lender reporting
Support refinancing and loan restructuring discussions when needed
Prepare internal reports on financing status and loan pipeline

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business, Accounting, or related field
3-6 years of experience in commercial real estate lending, loan origination support, debt brokerage, or real estate finance
Experience communicating with lenders and participating in financing processes
Understanding of construction loans, land loans, or bridge financing preferred
Familiarity with financial metrics such as LTC, LTV, and DSCR
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple financing processes simultaneously
Proficiency in Excel and financial documentation preparation

Preferred Background

Experience working at a commercial bank real estate lending team
Experience at a real estate developer or real estate lending platform
Exposure to loan negotiations or financing coordination
Interest in long-term career growth in real estate capital markets

$80,000 - $100,000 a year

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What is the work location for this position at Tripalink?

This job at Tripalink is located in Los Angeles, CA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Tripalink?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $80,000 and $100,000 per year.

What employment applies to this position at Tripalink?

Tripalink lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Tripalink?

Tripalink is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Tripalink for this role?

Tripalink offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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