We're expanding our originations team at RRA Capital and are looking for a proven CRE debt originator ready to own a market — building relationships, sourcing deals, and moving them through our pipeline with speed and discipline.
YOU WILL BE:
The relationship owner in the Central Region — the face of RRA Capital to brokers and borrowers across your markets
Originating senior bridge loans across the Central Region
A deal-driven self-starter who builds pipeline rather than waiting for it
Part of a lean, high-performing team where your production directly impacts the firm
WHAT YOU'LL ACTUALLY DO:
Source new loan opportunities through broker and direct sponsor relationships across your Central Region markets
Evaluate incoming deal submissions — quickly assessing fit based on established RRA lending criteria, including size, location, property type, and sponsorship
Structure, price, and present new loan opportunities to underwriting and credit committee
Lead the full loan cycle: originate, coordinate underwriting and due diligence, secure committee approval, manage legal and closing
Conduct regular in-person broker and borrower visits and attend relevant industry events in your territory
Build and maintain your pipeline with discipline — CRM hygiene, weekly activity tracking, and consistent follow-through
Distribute monthly market updates and recent transaction highlights to your network
Bring market intelligence back to the team — what's moving, what's repricing, where the opportunity is
WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:
Has 7–15 years of CRE debt origination experience — whole loans, bridge, mezzanine, or structured credit
Has a demonstrated production track record — you've sourced, structured, and closed deals on your own
Knows commercial real estate loans deeply across property types — you can read a deal quickly and price it confidently
Thinks like both a lender and an owner — downside protection matters as much as getting to yes
Is based in Phoenix, AZ — exceptional candidates in other markets are encouraged to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis
Holds a CFA, CAIA, or MBA — or is actively working toward one (meaningful plus, not a requirement)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Base salary commensurate with experience, discretionary performance bonus tied to origination production, and participation in firm economics for the right candidate. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and unlimited PTO.
If you want a seat where your work shapes the portfolio and your upside is tied to what you help build — we'd love to connect.
Contact: Lisa Donovan
Website: www.rracapital.com
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