Commercial Real Estate, Screening Analyst bei Arbor Realty Trust

About Arbor Realty Trust
Arbor Realty Trust (NYSE: ABR) is a leading commercial real estate lender and real estate investment trust (REIT), consistently ranked among the top multifamily and agency loan producers nationwide. With a diversified platform spanning agency, bridge, structured, and private-label lending, Arbor manages billions of dollars in transactions that shape the housing and commercial real estate markets across the U.S.

As a publicly traded company with an entrepreneurial culture, Arbor offers the best of both worlds: the stability of a strong balance sheet and national reputation, combined with the agility of a fast-paced finance shop. Our teams work at the forefront of multifamily and commercial real estate finance, providing employees with hands-on deal exposure, career growth opportunities, and direct impact on the markets we serve.

Why Join Arbor?

• Be part of a leading commercial real estate finance company with a national reputation and strong growth trajectory
• Gain hands-on exposure to high-impact deals across multifamily, structured, bridge, and agency lending
• Build your career with clear opportunities for advancement, professional development, and mentorship
• Collaborate with experienced teams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment backed by the stability of a publicly traded REIT

Your Role
As a Screening Analyst, you will support Arbor’s loan pipeline by evaluating financials, conducting due diligence, and preparing analyses that move deals forward. You’ll work directly on multifamily and commercial loan requests, gaining exposure to bridge, structured, CMBS, and agency products.

What You’ll Do

• Manage deals from initial screening to underwriting handoff
• Collect, review, and analyze borrower financials and market data to size loans in Excel
• Prepare loan analyses and communicate sizing and pricing based on internal and GSE policies
• Review borrower pro formas, identify risks, and conduct credit reviews
• Research market data from third-party sources to support deal decisions
• Partner with originators and underwriters to process applications

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related discipline
• Internship or experience in real estate or commercial finance preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Travel: None

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000, plus discretionary performance-based bonus
• Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more
• Career Growth: Opportunity to advance into underwriting or originations

Inclusion at Arbor
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.