01Overview
Discover your future at Citi Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a team of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, youll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact. Job Overview Whether youre at the start of your career or looking to discover your next adventure, your story begins here. At Citi, youll have the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference at one of the worlds most global banks. Were fully committed to supporting your growth and development from the start with extensive on-the-job training and exposure to senior leaders, as well as more traditional learning. Youll also have the chance to give back and make a positive impact where we live and work through volunteerism.The Underwriter is a seasoned professional role. Applies in-depth disciplinary knowledge, contributing to the development of new techniques and the improvement of processes and work-flow for the area or function. Integrates subject matter and industry expertise within a defined area. Requires in-depth understanding of how areas collectively integrate within the sub-function as well as coordinate and contribute to the objectives of the function and overall business. Evaluates moderately complex and variable issues with substantial potential impact, where development of an approach/taking of an action involves weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting situations using multiple sources of information. Requires good analytical skills in order to filter, prioritize and validate potentially complex and dynamic material from multiple sources. Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required. Regularly assumes informal/formal leadership role within teams. Involved in coaching and training of new recruits Significant impact in terms of project size, geography, etc. by influencing decisions through advice, counsel and/or facilitating services to others in area of specialization. Work and performance of all teams in the area are directly affected by the performance of the individual.In this role, youre expected to:Conduct comprehensive financial analysis of Commercial Real Estate properties (e.g., multi-family, office, industrial, retail, hospitality) and associated sponsors/borrowers, including historical performance, pro forma projections, rent rolls, operating statements, and balance sheet analysis.Develop and maintain complex financial models (DCF, valuation, sensitivity analysis) specific to various CRE asset types and transaction structures (e.g., acquisition, development, refinance)Prepare well-reasoned and succinct credit approval request memorandums, highlighting key risks, mitigants, and actionable recommendations.Conducts projection modeling, stress testing and other analyses using research and evaluations from a wide variety of sources.Support Senior Underwriters in making recommendations/credit decisions, including risk ratings and regulatory classifications, using both quantitative models and qualitative judgment.Oversees periodic relationship credit monitoring including preparing Annual Reviews (ARs), Quarterly Reviews (QRs), and Criticized Credit Reviews (CCRs), ensuring effective information sharing and timely execution within global time zones.Proactively identify early warning signs of credit deterioration and elevate concerns to senior portfolio managers, proposing corrective actions.Review and validate the quality of financial spreads, reports, and static data updates.Supports the Senior Underwriter and Underwriter during internal reviews (BICR, COBRA, IA) and external regulatory exam responsesPrepare executive-level materials and presentations summarizing complex financial analysis and risk assessments.Ensures all transactions are in compliance with regulatory and Citi guidelines, policies and proceduresExpected to be fully conversant on safe and sound risk practices within Real Estate Credit including all policies, procedures, laws, regulations and risk limits specific to their PortfolioAs a successful candidate, youd ideally have the following skills and exposure:6+ years of relevant experiencePrevious experience working directly in Commercial Real Estate underwriting or credit preferably in the financial services industryStrong financial modeling experience in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling, data manipulation, and scenario analysis.Ability to apply credit and risk principles toward business goals.Demonstrated ability to synthesize, prioritize and drive results with a high sense of urgencyMust be highly organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects and possess effective interpersonal, organizational and analytic skillsSolid organizational skills with ability and willingness to work under pressure and manages time and priorities effectively with little to no supervisionHighly effective written .
