Chief Investment Officer / Executive Vice President Loan Syndications

Job Description

Chief Investment Officer/Executive Vice President – Loan Syndications

 

Our Client

Our client is the real estate platform and operating vehicle of a New York based multi-strategy hedge fund firm started in 1981 which manages over $13 billion.  Through the use of special-purpose funds provided by the hedge fund the real estate company will invest in real estate opportunities on a national basis.  The hedge fund has a spectacular reputation for integrity and performance by pursuing strategies with high risk-adjusted returns, low volatility relative to the stock market, low stock and bond market correlation and low “drawdowns’ relative to the stock market.  The fund has an opportunistic character, so the ability to identify, underwrite, and execute changing strategies will be important.

 

 

The Position, CIO/EVP -  Loan Syndications

 

Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for the identification of the assets/developable property in which the fund will look to acquire.  The position will report to the Chief Executive Officer of the company and fund.  The ideal candidate will have experience with Loan Syndication.  We are looking for someone that has extensive relationships within the Banking Industry. 

 

Basically, we need an individual who knows how to source REO assets.

 

Specific Responsibilities Include

 Identification of investment opportunities of existing real estate and developable property.Designing and executing property acquisition plans.Identifying and securing financing alternatives for real estate investments.Assist in underwriting and due diligence activities.Proven track record of managing people, programs and processes.

 

Position Requirements

 Minimum of seven (7) years of Syndicated loan experience with a private property investor, investment bank or other opportunistic profit oriented property investment organizations.Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.  Preference in business administration, finance, or real estate.  A Masters degree in finance or real estate would be a definite plus.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.  Ability to manage large, complex projects, set priorities and manage a team successfully.Tenacity and relentless pursuit of corporate objectives, tempered with a positive, friendly attitude.Highest degree of energy, honesty and integrity.