Newport Beach, California, United States · On-site
$100k–$115k/yr
JOB OVERVIEW: The Associate, Credit & Capital Solutions will support the structuring, underwriting, and execution of capital markets transactions and credit investments across the firm’s real estate and investment …
Skills: Financial Modeling, Credit Underwriting, Real Estate Finance, Excel, Argus
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The Associate supports the structuring, underwriting, and execution of capital markets transactions and credit investments for real estate platforms. Key duties include developing financial models, preparing credit materials, and managing transaction processes from origination to closing.
Requires a bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, or a related field and 2–4 years of experience in commercial real estate finance or investment banking. Proficiency in Excel and Argus is essential, along with strong analytical skills and familiarity with loan documentation.
The Associate, Credit & Capital Solutions will support the structuring, underwriting, and execution of capital markets transactions and credit investments across the firm’s real estate and investment platforms. This role sits at the intersection of capital markets, credit underwriting, and asset‑level analysis, and is designed for a high‑performing professional with strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams concurrently.
The Associate will work closely with senior team members, asset management, legal counsel, and external capital partners, lenders, intermediaries, and borrowers to deliver financing solutions that support portfolio strategy, liquidity objectives, and investor requirements.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
HIGHLY DESIRED:
Occasional travel may be required to attend industry conferences, tour and inspect properties, and meet with lenders and potential capital partners and borrowers.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, and hear. Sits for extended periods of time at a computer station or work desk; stands and walks regularly throughout the day; uses hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment for up to 8 hours each day; occasionally light lifting (up to 10 lbs.); exposed to typical office environment conditions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perceptions and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work independently, prioritize duties to ensure timely completion of job duties. Requires active listening, critical thinking making decisions and time management and training skills, as well as administration and management skills. Ability to interact in a courteous and professional manner at all times. Ability to be proactive and work independently (at times) is critical, but at the same time we are part of a much larger teams so the ability to collaborate is also imperative.
Indoors environmentally controlled; contact with others; face to face discussions.
HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
Monday to Friday – Business hours. Schedule may vary based on business demands.
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Cultivating Premier Commercial Real Estate For More Than Three Decades
KBS is proud to celebrate over 30 years in business, now guided by our next generation of leadership. As one of the nation's largest investors in premier commercial real estate, we focus on best-in-class assets located in the most successful epicenters of the country’s top markets. As both a private equity real estate firm and an SEC-registered investment adviser, KBS and our affiliates have completed more than $44 billion in transactional activity on behalf of private and institutional investors globally. We stay attuned to market trends nationwide, offering cutting-edge amenities and services tailored to each property in our portfolio. Our firm is committed to ethical conduct in all aspects of our business, and our strong relationships, combined with our relentless focus on exceeding the expectations of our investors, partners, and tenants, set us apart in the industry. Please note, SEC registration as an investment adviser does not imply any particular level of skill or training.
Offices: 800 Newport Center Drive, Suite 700, Newport Beach, CA 92660, US · 3003 Washington Blvd, Arlington, Virginia 22201, US
Cultivating Premier Commercial Real Estate For More Than Three Decades
KBS is proud to celebrate over 30 years in business, now guided by our next generation of leadership. As one of the nation's largest investors in premier commercial real estate, we focus on best-in-class assets located in the most successful epicenters of the country’s top markets. As both a private equity real estate firm and an SEC-registered investment adviser, KBS and our affiliates have completed more than $44 billion in transactional activity on behalf of private and institutional investors globally. We stay attuned to market trends nationwide, offering cutting-edge amenities and services tailored to each property in our portfolio. Our firm is committed to ethical conduct in all aspects of our business, and our strong relationships, combined with our relentless focus on exceeding the expectations of our investors, partners, and tenants, set us apart in the industry. Please note, SEC registration as an investment adviser does not imply any particular level of skill or training.
Offices: 800 Newport Center Drive, Suite 700, Newport Beach, CA 92660, US · 3003 Washington Blvd, Arlington, Virginia 22201, US
