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Summer Street Advisors, LLC

Commercial Real Estate Analyst

Summer Street Advisors, LLC, Westport, Connecticut, us, 06889

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Summer Street Advisors is a boutique commercial real estate consulting firm located in Westport, CT. Our clients include Banks, Private Equity Funds, Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Developers and Family Offices that provide debt and/or invest across the United States in all commercial real estate asset classes. The analyst will work in a variety of different capacities including providing assistance in underwriting, asset management, site inspections and support functions with the objective to provide high quality work product in a timely manner.

Job Summary Under the supervision of the Director of Underwriting, the Analyst is responsible for working with internal partners to support debt and equity underwriting assignments. The role includes responsibility for supporting all aspects of underwriting assignments and related due diligence, including market research, cash flow spreading, property/loan data input and analysis, third party document review and writing associated narrative components as required by SSA clients. The role involves maintaining accurate due diligence checklists and question logs in support of the client and the underwriting process. The role also involves assisting the appraisal team with ordering appraisal management for our bank and fund clients.

Our Company Culture At SSA, our greatest asset is our people. Our team is composed of people with diverse skillsets and a global perspective. This blend helps us stand out in the CRE space. We offer a tight‑knit, dynamic, and collaborative work environment. We value proactive, positive, out of the box thinkers and believe that good ideas come from anywhere.

Responsibilities

Assist the Underwriting team with the underwriting/valuation and analysis of new loan and equity investment opportunities for our clients

Assist in the ordering appraisals process for our bank and fund clients

Assist the Appraisal team with setting up deals, collecting bids, engaging appraiser, and check‑in meetings

Consolidate questions in the question log and assist in delivering reports

Participate and organize kickoff calls

Assist in the completion of investment memos and ASRs for client credit/investment committees

Review third‑party reports including appraisal, environmental, property condition, zoning (PZR), seismic, flood, insurance, and credit reports, to confirm risks have been properly identified and addressed and incorporate them into the deliverable

Analyze the asset(s) and the ability of the sponsor to execute on their business plan

Macro and micro market write‑up and analysis

Research and summarize tenant/sponsor credit worthiness

Abstract leases

Run reports on macro market, micro market, rent comparables and sales comparables (i.e. REIS, CoStar, etc.)

Import deal information and organize documents into Summer Street file structure

Support underwriting teams with cash flow spreading and modeling

Support deal teams with the design, development, and modification of commercial real estate finance models

Attend underwriting assignment kickoff, check‑in and due diligence calls as directed

Daily management, tracking and distribution of due diligence materials, document checklists and question logs

Assist in new business initiatives

Write site inspection reports and perform site inspections (potential for business travel)

Qualifications and Core Competencies

Undergraduate degree or related work experience in commercial real estate, finance or economics

Ideally, 1+ years of underwriting or credit analysis or a recent graduate with internship experience

Highly proficient in MS Office Suite

Ability to meet time‑sensitive deadlines

Assist in the accurate completion of all assigned client deliverables

Excellent written and presentation skills

Attention to detail and accuracy in data gathering, narrative writing and financial modeling

Proficient with complex financial modeling and advanced Excel functions a plus

Must be detail oriented and possess excellent organizational skills

Out of the box thinker that enjoys the challenge of being a member of a fast‑paced and dynamic team

Excellent analytical and project management skills

Argus experience is a plus

Benefits

Base salary, and room for career advancement

Networking and career development opportunities

Medical insurance for you and eligible dependents

401(k) plan with company match up to 3% and immediate vesting

Dental and vision insurance

12 days of PTO in 1st year

Ongoing in‑house training opportunities and educational opportunities

Team events and team building activities

Hybrid work

Complimentary snacks and drinks

Direct access to senior leadership

Location Westport, CT

Type of Position Hybrid role

Equal Employment Opportunity Please note you must be authorized to work in the United States of America and Summer Street Advisors will not sponsor work authorization for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other category protected by law.

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