CrowdlenderAI
CrowdlenderAI leverages the power of AI to make lending decisions in seconds, providing an affordable source of capital for commercial real estate owners. Our platform assists property owners in raising capital for renovations, acquisitions, or refinancing quickly and affordably. We pride ourselves on being a reliable and affordable financial resource, facilitating growth and acquisition for commercial real estate.
Summary of Responsibilities The Vice President, Capital Markets will promote Crowdlender's commercial real estate lending platform through equity capital raising, investor relations, strategic co-investments and acquisitions. This role will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with institutional investors, RIAs, family offices, financial advisors, and joint venture partners to secure equity commitments. This high-impact role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, a strong network of capital partners, and the ability to drive capital strategy and investor outreach. The Vice President, Capital Markets will serve as the first point of contact for new equity relationships, delivering the Merus story, coordinating introductions to the broader team when appropriate, and supporting long-term investor engagement across fund and project opportunities.
Essential Job Functions
Lead, coach, and develop Investor Relations team to meet performance and growth objectives
Lead equity capital raising efforts for Crowdlender's capital platform including commercial real estate development projects and investment funds
Establish and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, family offices, RIAs, pension funds, and JV partners
Identify and cultivate new equity partners that align with Crowdlender's investment strategy, including strategic co-investments with best-in-class partners to expand diversification opportunities
Oversee the creation and delivery of offering materials, investor decks, and due diligence content in collaboration with internal teams
Initiate and lead investor outreach efforts, roadshows, and meetings; deliver compelling presentations and communications
Structure and negotiate joint venture and equity partnership agreements
Support investor onboarding, compliance, and communications in coordination with legal and internal partners
Guide the development of Merus’ investor experience strategy and implement improvements to enhance investor engagement
Collaborate with internal teams to support investor reporting, reviews, and updates; ensure consistency and accuracy in investor communications
Maintain and update CRM with investor activity, outreach metrics, and key contacts
Attend industry conferences, capital markets events, and networking opportunities
Monitor market trends, investor sentiment, and competitive positioning to inform capital raising strategy
Other duties as assigned
Develops Talent - Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals
Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Builds Networks - Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization
Tech Savvy - Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
Organizational Savvy - Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics
Position Requirements
Proven experience raising capital from institutional and high-net-worth investors, with a strong existing network
Comfortable initiating conversations with new capital partners and introducing the company without heavy reliance on corporate or regional leaders
Exceptional communication and presentation skills; able to confidently represent the Merus brand
Proficient in financial analysis, market research, and understanding of real estate investment structures
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple relationships, deadlines, and reporting cycles simultaneously
Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM proficiency
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial real estate, investor relations, capital raising, or capital markets
Prior experience managing or mentoring a team preferred
Track record of success in raising capital across multiple investor types
Strong knowledge of equity structures, fund vehicles, and investor relations best practices
Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented company or platform
Compensation Competitive base salary with quarterly performance bonus
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Summary of Responsibilities The Vice President, Capital Markets will promote Crowdlender's commercial real estate lending platform through equity capital raising, investor relations, strategic co-investments and acquisitions. This role will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with institutional investors, RIAs, family offices, financial advisors, and joint venture partners to secure equity commitments. This high-impact role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, a strong network of capital partners, and the ability to drive capital strategy and investor outreach. The Vice President, Capital Markets will serve as the first point of contact for new equity relationships, delivering the Merus story, coordinating introductions to the broader team when appropriate, and supporting long-term investor engagement across fund and project opportunities.
Essential Job Functions
Lead, coach, and develop Investor Relations team to meet performance and growth objectives
Lead equity capital raising efforts for Crowdlender's capital platform including commercial real estate development projects and investment funds
Establish and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, family offices, RIAs, pension funds, and JV partners
Identify and cultivate new equity partners that align with Crowdlender's investment strategy, including strategic co-investments with best-in-class partners to expand diversification opportunities
Oversee the creation and delivery of offering materials, investor decks, and due diligence content in collaboration with internal teams
Initiate and lead investor outreach efforts, roadshows, and meetings; deliver compelling presentations and communications
Structure and negotiate joint venture and equity partnership agreements
Support investor onboarding, compliance, and communications in coordination with legal and internal partners
Guide the development of Merus’ investor experience strategy and implement improvements to enhance investor engagement
Collaborate with internal teams to support investor reporting, reviews, and updates; ensure consistency and accuracy in investor communications
Maintain and update CRM with investor activity, outreach metrics, and key contacts
Attend industry conferences, capital markets events, and networking opportunities
Monitor market trends, investor sentiment, and competitive positioning to inform capital raising strategy
Other duties as assigned
Develops Talent - Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals
Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations
Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Builds Networks - Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization
Tech Savvy - Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
Organizational Savvy - Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics
Position Requirements
Proven experience raising capital from institutional and high-net-worth investors, with a strong existing network
Comfortable initiating conversations with new capital partners and introducing the company without heavy reliance on corporate or regional leaders
Exceptional communication and presentation skills; able to confidently represent the Merus brand
Proficient in financial analysis, market research, and understanding of real estate investment structures
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple relationships, deadlines, and reporting cycles simultaneously
Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM proficiency
Qualifications And Experience
Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial real estate, investor relations, capital raising, or capital markets
Prior experience managing or mentoring a team preferred
Track record of success in raising capital across multiple investor types
Strong knowledge of equity structures, fund vehicles, and investor relations best practices
Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented company or platform
Compensation Competitive base salary with quarterly performance bonus
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