Job Title: Commercial Real Estate Loan Closer - Associate

Job Code: 11618

Country: US

City: New York

Skill Category: Operations

Description:

Corporate Title: Associate

Department: Global Loan Operations Group

Location: New York, New York

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $95K and $120K/year*

Company overview

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com.

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Department Overview:

Corporate Loan Operations Team

Role Description:

Deal Management and Coordination

Lead the closing process for Commercial Real Estate deals (both Balance Sheet/Syndications and Conduits).
Manage the process from initial document review through final funding
Serve as the primary operational Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Commercial Real Estate business

System and Documentation

Review and analyze Credit/Loan Agreements for operational requirements
Set up and maintain deals in the LoanIQ system
Verify and prepare settlement funding calculations
Ensure consistency between LoanIQ system and borrower documentation

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work directly with multiple teams including: Investment Banking, Global Markets, Legal (internal and external), Client Onboarding, Treasury, Mumbai Servicing Team, Escrow Agents & Clients.

Portfolio Management

Oversee Commercial Real Estate portfolio operations
Process secondary trade settlements
Handle lifecycle events
Manage cash and position reconciliation
Process early payments and corporate actions

Quality Control and Compliance

Monitor and resolve past due items related to closings
Coordinate KYC requirements for new clients
Review and provide feedback on loan closing and trading documentation
Ensure accurate settlement calculations and funding

Experience, qualifications and knowledge required:

2-5 years of Commercial Real Estate Operations experience is required.
CRE Loan Closing/Funding and servicing experience. (Balance Sheet/Syndications & Conduits)
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication abilities
Experience in Commercial Real Estate operations
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Professional client service orientation
This role requires someone who can manage complex transactions while maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders and ensuring operational accuracy throughout the process.
Experience with loan IQ is preferred.

*base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, corporate and functional title and duties, job-related knowledge and advanced degrees, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors”.

Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer