Investment Analyst, Debt Originations

Job Classification:

Investment Management - Investments

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can!

Are you highly motivated, intellectually curious, and willing to jump in to make impactful contributions? Are you ready to be a key contributor to a team and help get the job done? If so, then becoming a Real Estate Investment Analyst within a culture that treats our talent like an investment might be the right job for you! We are looking for an astute, determined professional like you to fulfill an Investment Analyst position supporting our Debt Originations business.

This is a hybrid role based in Chicago, IL, where the team is working on-site 3 days a week.

• Analyze and underwrite commercial real estate debt investment opportunities across all property types, structures, risk profiles, and geographies.
• Create cash flow models, sensitivity tables, rent roll analyses, and other financial analyses required to evaluate, pursue, and close debt investment opportunities.
• Prepare Investment Committee memoranda and related materials through market research, risk analysis, and in-depth understanding of investment factors and credit risks.
• Analyze economic, market, legal, and political conditions within an investment’s geography.
• Assist senior professionals in leading the due diligence and closing processes for originations in conjunction with portfolio management team.
• Assist in loan level financings, appraisal review, and other activities that may require feedback from the debt originations or real estate transactions group, portfolio management team, or loan servicing group.
• Some travel required.

• Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Real Estate, or related discipline.
• 1-2 years in commercial real estate, preferably in Originations.
• Understanding of basic real estate terms and concepts such as net leases, gross leases, contracts, rents, percentage rents, operating expenses, capital expenditures, expense recoveries, property types.
• Understanding of basic finance concepts such as amortization, interest rates, net operating income, cash flow returns, cap rates, internal rate of return, present value/discounted cash flow, and property valuations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong quantitative skills and demonstrated analytical ability.
• Ability to operate independently and in a team environment, with good judgement and attention to detail while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Self-motivated with perseverance, and a hands‑on, proactive style.
• Proficiency in Argus Enterprise.

* We know not everyone will meet 100% of the requirements, however we encourage you to apply if you think your skills are a good fit for this role.

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company‑funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college…