Senior Investment Analyst - Real Estate Finance Group

The U.S. Real Estate Finance team is looking for an analyst who will work with a team focused on the origination of commercial real estate loans within the Dallas Regional Office.

The Analyst will review new investment opportunities, prepare investment analyses, and summarize the key attributes, risks, and merits of potential investments. In addition to supporting new loan originations, the Analyst will be responsible for the annual review, performance monitoring, and ongoing surveillance of existing portfolio loans. The role requires the ability to distill complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations and effectively communicate findings through Excel models, presentation materials, written reports, and AI-assisted tools. Knowledge of commercial real estate investments (including relevant coursework and/or internship experience) is preferred but not required.
 
 Responsibilities

• Analyze and underwrite commercial real estate for potential mortgage loan investment across multiple property types, including multifamily, retail, office, and industrial.
• Interact with commercial real estate brokers and industry specialists to gather information.
• Prepare investment summaries, financial analyses, and written approval documents.
• Assist with the preparation of annual reviews and ongoing asset‑level monitoring.
• Participate in market research and data collection to support investment decision‑making.
• Travel periodically to primary markets in Texas and the Southwestern U.S.

Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree is required with a preference for a concentration in Finance or Real Estate.
• One to two years of experience in commercial real estate lending, investment, brokerage, appraisal firm, or consulting is preferred, though relevant internship or analyst program experience also considered.
• Clear thinker, creative yet thorough problem-solver, strong research skills.
• Positive attitude, collaborative personality who will work effectively with other team members.
• Ability to work under time pressure, manage multiple tasks, balance competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, organized, proactive, sense of urgency, conscientious, takes pride in providing high quality, accurate work.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and the ability to utilize AI‑assisted tools and other analytical platforms.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [email protected].

Referenced Salary Location

Dallas, TexasHybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$69,900.00 USD - $116,500.00 USD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact [email protected] for the salary range for your location.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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