Vice President - Originations

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Bridge Debt Strategies is seeking a motivated VP of Originations to support the sourcing, underwriting, and execution of direct lending investments. This individual will work closely with senior leaders to evaluate opportunities, manage transactions from initial review through closing, and support portfolio performance throughout the life of each investment.

• Focus on sourcing, underwriting, structuring, and closing real estate debt investments, working closely with senior originators and Investment Management Committee members
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with sponsors/borrowers, mortgage brokers, and other intermediaries in order to source new direct lending opportunities
• Travel to borrower meetings, property tours, and industry events to support deal sourcing and execution
• Underwrite potential direct lending opportunities by modeling and reviewing detailed financial models, including cash flow projections, value creation, lease‑up, and refinance or sale exit scenarios
• Analyze credit risk, sponsorship strength, market fundamentals, and collateral quality for each investment
• Coordinate the originations, transaction management and deal teams through underwriting, investment management committee approval, and closing
• Lead the preparation of loan investment summaries and internal credit memos for presentation to the Investment Management Committee
• Act as a resource to the asset management team post‑closing, providing underwriting insight and support on amendments, extensions, and ongoing credit matters

• 3 to 8 years of experience in real estate lending/originations, debt underwriting, investment banking and/or capital markets. Title is TBD based on experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from a top‑tier university
• Strong credit, structuring and underwriting experience across all commercial real estate property types, with a focus on transitional assets
• Ability to independently lead underwriting, structuring, and execution of real estate debt investments
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong focus on deal execution and relationship building
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet aggressive timelines
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team‑oriented environment

As a member of our Debt Strategies team, you’ll be part of a dynamic, multifaceted group at the center of an expanding platform. This role offers high visibility across the organization, with meaningful exposure to senior leadership and opportunities to collaborate closely with investment, capital markets, and portfolio management teams. You’ll contribute to strategic decision‑making, gain hands‑on experience across the lifecycle of our investments, and position yourself for strong upward mobility within a team that values performance, partnership, and professional growth.

The anticipated wage scale for candidates who will work in New…