Rialto is a fully integrated real estate investment management and asset management company with a dedicated special servicer. Rialto invests in and manages assets throughout the real estate capital structure, including real estate properties, loans and securities. Our mission is to create long-term value for our investors and sustain results across market cycles. Rialto is headquartered in Miami, FL, with professionals operating throughout the United States.
SUMMARY
The Analyst supports the CMBS REO group by providing analytical and underwriting support to senior team members in the day-to-day management and resolution of REO assets. The Analyst contributes to the development of cash flow models, business plans, and market research that inform asset strategy across a portfolio of commercial real estate properties at various stages of the resolution process, including foreclosure, receivership, and disposition. Through collaboration with senior team members, the Analyst gains direct exposure to the full REO life cycle — from asset transfer through Special Servicing to final disposition — supporting decision-making and execution across property types and U.S. markets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with Asset Managers to develop detailed cash flow models and comprehensive business plans.
- Underwrite new acquisition loans, as well as performing and non-performing loans, including re-underwriting of existing positions.
- Analyze property-level operations through review of budgets, operating statements, and performance metrics.
- Conduct thorough market research, including analysis of sales, leasing activity, and local real estate trends.
- Support foreclosure processes, including negotiations, coordination of third-party reports, cash flow oversight, and transaction closings.
- Assist in the disposition of assets through valuation analysis, market positioning, and transaction execution.
- Perform property site inspections, requiring periodic travel to markets across the U.S.
- Effectively uses AI to support research, synthesize information, analyze data, develop insights, and streamline workflows. Applies critical judgment to validate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, relevance, and completeness to finalize deliverables. Uses AI responsibly in accordance with company policies, confidentiality requirements, information-security standards, and applicable governance practices. Maintains awareness of evolving AI capabilities and identifies opportunities to appropriately integrate new tools into day-to-day work.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university is required preferably specializing in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related business field.
- 1+ years of relevant experience in commercial real estate, underwriting, loan servicing, or a related field; relevant internship experience will be considered.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- AI & Technology Fluency: Demonstrates proficiency in using AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance productivity, analysis, problem-solving, and work quality, applying critical judgment to validate and finalize outputs.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely to a variety of audiences.
- Collaborative team player who works constructively with others to accomplish shared goals and identify solutions, while also able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to accuracy, completeness, and accountability in all work product.
- Reliable and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
- Results-driven, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes in a timely manner.
- Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours as needed.
