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Investment Management - Investments
GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE
As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers!
If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can!
We are seeking an Investment Associate, Agency Underwriter to join our Agency Lending business. As a member of the multifamily underwriting team, this role plays a critical part in managing loan transactions from initial screening through final approval. You’ll work closely with clients, Agency partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure thorough due diligence and credit analysis, while also mentoring junior team members and contributing to the strategic direction of the underwriting function. This is a highly collaborative role that combines technical expertise with leadership and client engagement.
The role will be a hybrid role (3 days working in the office).
What you can expect
- Monitor the collection and due diligence materials as well as approval of due diligence materials reviewed by underwriting staff.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and may be the point of contact on credit and underwriting issues with the Agency, when necessary.
- Responsible for training underwriting team members.
- Complete review, analysis and approval of due diligence materials related to a loan submission.
- Review and provide commentary on third party reports.
- Finalize the underwriting narrative and model and/or provide direction to underwriting staff.
- Ensure ongoing communication on all aspects of the loan process with key stakeholders.
- Conduct site visits independently.
- Present to Investment/Loan Committee when necessary.
- Research and analyze markets/submarket trends and fundamentals.
- Ability to collaborate with Agency partners as necessary throughout the transaction.
- Mentorship of Analysts.
What you will bring
- Bachelors Degree and 4+ years of experience in commercial underwriting experience.
- Ability to take ownership for loan transactions and manage workload with minimal supervision.
- Thorough product knowledge of Agency financing and general multifamily financing alternatives.
- Proficient in analysis of Mortgage Credit and Borrower structures.
- Experience mentoring and training junior team members.
What will set you apart:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proven management capability.
- Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.
Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $135,000 to $145,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits.
About PGIM Real Estate
With $207.9 billion in gross assets under management and administration ($133.8 billion net), PGIM Real Estate provides investors and borrowers access to a range of real estate equity, real estate debt, agriculture, and impact solutions across the risk-return spectrum.
PGIM Real Estate is a business of PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU). PGIM Real Estate’s risk management approach, execution capabilities and industry insights are backed by a 50-year legacy of investing in commercial real estate, a 140-year history of real estate financing, and the local experience of professionals in 32 cities globally. Through its investment, financing, asset management, and talent management approach, PGIM Real Estate engages in practices that strive to ignite positive environmental and social impact, while pursuing activities that seek to strengthen communities around the world. For more information visit pgimrealestate.com.
What we offer you:
- Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
- 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
- Company-funded pension plan.
- Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
- Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
- Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).
Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.
Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com.
If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email careers.technicalsupport@prudential.com to request assistance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Agency Sales Manager
Target agencies with established visa sponsorship history
Large media, advertising, and insurance agencies sponsor H-1B visa workers regularly. Focus your search on firms with 50-plus employees, where dedicated HR teams handle visa processes and sponsorship is a standard part of hiring, not an exception.
Frame your OPT timeline around the H-1B lottery cycle
If you start a role by April of your first OPT year, your employer can file an H-1B petition in time for the October 1 cap date. Map your job search backwards from that deadline to avoid running out of authorized time.
Lead with revenue results, not just activity metrics
Hiring managers at agencies want to see closed deals and retained accounts. Quantify your sales outcomes from internships or prior roles. Concrete numbers signal that sponsoring you carries lower risk and a clear return on investment.
Clarify your degree-to-role connection before interviews
Agency Sales Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations when tied to a business or marketing degree. Be ready to explain that connection clearly. Employers unfamiliar with OPT often need reassurance that your authorization is legally straightforward to support.
Use your OPT period to build an internal sponsorship case
Sponsorship decisions often come from finance, not HR. During your OPT period, document your revenue contribution and client retention impact. A business case showing you generate more value than your visa costs makes sponsorship much easier to approve.
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Agency Sales Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Agency Sales Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations for OPT and H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. Agency Sales Manager positions typically require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, which meets the specialty occupation standard. The key is that the employer's job description must reflect a genuine degree requirement, not just a preference. Roles where any degree field is accepted regardless of relevance can create complications during H-1B petitioning.
How much time do I realistically have to secure sponsorship as an Agency Sales Manager on OPT?
Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization. If your undergraduate degree is in a STEM-adjacent business field, check whether you qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, which would give you 36 months total. The H-1B lottery filing window opens each March, so timing your job start relative to that cycle is critical to avoid a gap in work authorization.
Where can I find Agency Sales Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. The platform surfaces Agency Sales Manager roles from employers with a demonstrated history of sponsoring international candidates, so you can focus your applications on companies that are genuinely open to OPT workers rather than cold-applying and hoping for the best.
Can I switch agencies during my OPT period without losing my work authorization?
Yes, but you must report the employer change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. Your OPT authorization is tied to your degree and occupation category, not your specific employer, so moving to a new agency is permitted as long as the new role is directly related to your field of study and you stay within your authorized OPT period.
What should I say when an agency asks why they should sponsor my visa?
Focus on the business case, not the paperwork. Employer H-1B sponsorship costs are modest relative to the value a high-performing sales hire generates. Emphasize your client relationships, revenue track record, and the cost of recruiting and onboarding a replacement. Agencies that understand the math often find sponsorship straightforward once the performance case is clear.