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Verrus

Managing Director - Commercial Real Estate Lending

Verrus, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Executive Recruitment Consultant | Private Credit | Directing Lending | Opportunistic Lending | Distressed | Special Situations About the Role:

Our client, a private Commercial Real Estate credit platform is seeking a CRE Managing Director with the ability to fully execute the loan life-cycle across Multifamily, Industrial, Retail, Hospitality & value-add office assets (with select special-use assets considered).

This is an opportunity for a true end-to-end CRE lender, someone who can originate, underwrite, structure, close and manage a diverse portfolio of bridge & transitional loans independently. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy in a lean, collaborative environment with direct exposure to senior leadership and investment decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead origination efforts and build relationships with sponsors, brokers, owners, and intermediaries

Conduct detailed underwriting, valuation, market analysis, and sponsor due diligence

Structure bespoke deal terms, covenants, and exit strategies

Negotiate and close transactions, managing all documentation and diligence

Oversee active loan performance, borrower communications, and credit monitoring

Identify early-stage risks and manage modifications, workouts, or restructures when needed

Mentor junior and mid-level underwriting and portfolio staff

Help refine processes, reporting, and platform best practices as the business scales

What You’ll Bring:

15+ years in commercial real estate lending or direct real estate credit investing

Proven track record sourcing & closing bridge, value-add, and transitional CRE loans

Strong analytical, valuation, and financial modeling capabilities

Meaningful sponsor, broker, and market relationships

Ability to negotiate terms, manage legal processes, and oversee complex closings

Portfolio management and workout experience

Strong commercial judgment, negotiation skill, and calm, decisive leadership

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional designation a plus

Why This Role:

✅ Lead deals end-to-end with significant autonomy

✅ Direct impact on platform growth and investment strategy

✅ Lean, collaborative team working closely with senior decision-makers

✅ Competitive compensation tied to origination + performance

✅ Entrepreneurial environment with institutional standards

✅ Ability to shape the platform’s next stage of growth

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full-time

Job function Finance

Industries: Investment Management, Real Estate, and Financial Services

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