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Requisition ID
94220
Department
NYL Investors LLC
Job Function
NYL Investors LLC
Location
New York, New York, United States
Role Location Designation
Hybrid - 4 days per week
Location Designation: Hybrid - 4 days per week
About New York Life Investments
With over $800 billion in assets under management, NYLIM is a Pensions & Investments' Top 30 Largest Money Manager and one of the largest global asset managers serving institutional, retail and insurance clients. NYLIM brings together the firm’s global investment teams under one unified brand, combining specialized expertise with the strength and stability of New York Life.
Our platform is built on disciplined active management, deep investment capabilities and a long-term partnership approach designed to deliver enduring value across market cycles and help clients navigate the next era of investing.
More powerful, together, we combine the agility of specialized investment teams with the scale and longevity of a leading mutual institution.
Business Overview
New York Life Real Estate Investors (NYL REI) is the real estate investment platform within New York Life Investment Management. With over $73.2 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, NYL REI invests across real estate equity, debt and securities strategies, serving institutional investors and the New York Life General Account.
Leveraging more than a century of real estate investment experience, New York Life Real Estate Investors (“REI”) believes that investment principles which incorporate sustainability best practices promote favorable relative returns for our clients over the long term.
The Northeast Regional Office is responsible for commercial mortgage origination and portfolio management efforts for the Northeast U.S. Major markets from Northern, VA through New England. Over the past five years, the Northeastern Regional Office has originated nearly $8 billion of fixed and floating rate mortgages on a variety of properties, working with top tier owners, developers, investment advisors, pension funds, private equity firms, and mortgage brokers.
The Commercial Mortgage Originations Director/Senior Director will be responsible for proactively sourcing and originating commercial mortgage loan opportunities through developers, institutional owners and investors, and mortgage broker relationships. This individual will play a key role throughout the entire loan origination lifecycle, including business development, marketing, underwriting, due diligence, loan structuring and negotiation, application review, and closing.
In addition, the role will support the ongoing monitoring and management of the existing regional mortgage portfolio and cultivate long-term relationships with borrowers, brokers, and industry partners. Regular travel is required to support business development efforts and portfolio management activities.
What You’ll Bring:
- A strong knowledge of Eastern U.S. real estate markets and commercial properties including, but not limited to, industrial, retail, multi-family, office, and hotels.
- Excellent analytical, quantitative, and technical skills, including the ability to analyze, underwrite and forecast property cash flows and valuations using Argus and Excel software.
- The ability to size and price loans with proper structural features and negotiate term sheets and loan commitments.
- Successful track record and experience in the commercial mortgage loan origination, due diligence, and loan closing/negotiation processes.
- Team player who is organized, efficient, proactive, conscientious and assumes accountability and responsibility for specific performance and work product.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship-building skills, and marketing skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Creative problem-solver with strong research skills.
- The ability to gather, analyze, and interpret real estate market data/trends and financial information. The ability to independently and pro-actively interact with, and gather data from borrowers, brokers, property managers, appraisers, attorneys, and other real estate professionals.
- The ability to multi-task and effectively respond to changes in workflow, priorities, and workload in a team environment.
- Construction lending and/or structured lending experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related disciplines.
- 10 to 15+ years of experience as a commercial mortgage underwriter/originator preferably with a major financial institution or mortgage brokerage company.
- A qualified candidate will have a proven track record in commercial mortgage loan originations, a strong work ethic and the ability to work well in a team setting. An industry recognized designation such as CCIM or CFA, or course work toward either of these designations is a plus.
Pay Transparency
- Salary Range: $170,000-$260,000
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.
Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.
Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.
Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees’ needs.
Job Requisition ID: 94220
Job Description
Requisition ID
94220
Department
NYL Investors LLC
Job Function
NYL Investors LLC
Location
New York, New York, United States
Role Location Designation
Hybrid - 4 days per week
Location Designation: Hybrid - 4 days per week
About New York Life Investments
With over $800 billion in assets under management, NYLIM is a Pensions & Investments' Top 30 Largest Money Manager and one of the largest global asset managers serving institutional, retail and insurance clients. NYLIM brings together the firm’s global investment teams under one unified brand, combining specialized expertise with the strength and stability of New York Life.
Our platform is built on disciplined active management, deep investment capabilities and a long-term partnership approach designed to deliver enduring value across market cycles and help clients navigate the next era of investing.
More powerful, together, we combine the agility of specialized investment teams with the scale and longevity of a leading mutual institution.
Business Overview
New York Life Real Estate Investors (NYL REI) is the real estate investment platform within New York Life Investment Management. With over $73.2 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, NYL REI invests across real estate equity, debt and securities strategies, serving institutional investors and the New York Life General Account.
Leveraging more than a century of real estate investment experience, New York Life Real Estate Investors (“REI”) believes that investment principles which incorporate sustainability best practices promote favorable relative returns for our clients over the long term.
The Northeast Regional Office is responsible for commercial mortgage origination and portfolio management efforts for the Northeast U.S. Major markets from Northern, VA through New England. Over the past five years, the Northeastern Regional Office has originated nearly $8 billion of fixed and floating rate mortgages on a variety of properties, working with top tier owners, developers, investment advisors, pension funds, private equity firms, and mortgage brokers.
The Commercial Mortgage Originations Director/Senior Director will be responsible for proactively sourcing and originating commercial mortgage loan opportunities through developers, institutional owners and investors, and mortgage broker relationships. This individual will play a key role throughout the entire loan origination lifecycle, including business development, marketing, underwriting, due diligence, loan structuring and negotiation, application review, and closing.
In addition, the role will support the ongoing monitoring and management of the existing regional mortgage portfolio and cultivate long-term relationships with borrowers, brokers, and industry partners. Regular travel is required to support business development efforts and portfolio management activities.
What You’ll Bring:
- A strong knowledge of Eastern U.S. real estate markets and commercial properties including, but not limited to, industrial, retail, multi-family, office, and hotels.
- Excellent analytical, quantitative, and technical skills, including the ability to analyze, underwrite and forecast property cash flows and valuations using Argus and Excel software.
- The ability to size and price loans with proper structural features and negotiate term sheets and loan commitments.
- Successful track record and experience in the commercial mortgage loan origination, due diligence, and loan closing/negotiation processes.
- Team player who is organized, efficient, proactive, conscientious and assumes accountability and responsibility for specific performance and work product.
- Strong interpersonal, relationship-building skills, and marketing skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Creative problem-solver with strong research skills.
- The ability to gather, analyze, and interpret real estate market data/trends and financial information. The ability to independently and pro-actively interact with, and gather data from borrowers, brokers, property managers, appraisers, attorneys, and other real estate professionals.
- The ability to multi-task and effectively respond to changes in workflow, priorities, and workload in a team environment.
- Construction lending and/or structured lending experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related disciplines.
- 10 to 15+ years of experience as a commercial mortgage underwriter/originator preferably with a major financial institution or mortgage brokerage company.
- A qualified candidate will have a proven track record in commercial mortgage loan originations, a strong work ethic and the ability to work well in a team setting. An industry recognized designation such as CCIM or CFA, or course work toward either of these designations is a plus.
Pay Transparency
- Salary Range: $170,000-$260,000
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.
Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.
Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities.
Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees’ needs.
Job Requisition ID: 94220
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Target large employers with established sponsorship programs
Fortune 500 companies and multinational corporations are far more likely to sponsor Commercial Director roles than smaller firms. They have dedicated immigration teams, existing vendor relationships with law firms, and budgets that absorb H-1B filing costs without friction.
Position your degree as directly tied to the role
H-1B approval for Commercial Director positions depends on demonstrating specialty occupation. A business, economics, or finance degree strengthens your case significantly. If your degree is in an unrelated field, document how your coursework applies to commercial strategy and revenue leadership.
Build a portfolio of quantified commercial outcomes
Sponsoring employers need to justify the petition to USCIS. Revenue growth figures, market expansion results, and P&L ownership you can attach to your name make that case concrete. Vague leadership claims are harder to document than measurable business outcomes.
Explore O-1A as an alternative if you have strong recognition
Commercial Directors with industry awards, board appointments, press coverage, or a track record of leading high-profile deals may qualify for the O-1A extraordinary ability visa. It has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a more predictable path than H-1B.
Understand that sponsorship decisions happen early in the hiring process
At the director level, employers often assess visa requirements before extending an offer. Being upfront about your status and timeline, including OPT expiry or cap-gap coverage, helps hiring managers plan around USCIS filing windows and avoids late-stage surprises.
Use Migrate Mate to focus your search on verified sponsoring employers
Applying broadly to Commercial Director roles wastes time when most postings come from employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate filters for companies with active sponsorship histories, so your applications go to employers already open to the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Commercial Director role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends on how the role is defined. USCIS requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree in a specific field must be a standard, entry-level requirement for the job. Commercial Director roles that require a degree in business, finance, or economics and involve analytical, strategic responsibilities generally meet this standard. Generalist executive roles with broad duties and no defined degree requirement are harder to get approved.
What degree does a Commercial Director typically need for visa sponsorship?
Most employers sponsoring H-1B visas for Commercial Director positions require a bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, finance, or marketing at minimum. An MBA is common at this level and strengthens the specialty occupation argument. If your degree is in an unrelated field, relevant postgraduate qualifications or documented progressive experience in commercial roles can support the petition, though approval is less straightforward.
How hard is it for a Commercial Director to get H-1B sponsorship?
The main barrier is the annual H-1B lottery, not employer willingness. At the director level, many large employers are open to sponsoring, but only around 25% of registrations are selected each year. If you're already in the U.S. on OPT or another status, your employer can submit a registration in March. Australians have the added advantage of the E-3 visa, which bypasses the lottery entirely and is renewably indefinitely.
Are Australian nationals in a better position to get Commercial Director jobs sponsored?
Yes. Australian citizens can apply for the E-3 visa, which is available only to Australians and has an annual cap of 10,500 that has never been fully used. There is no lottery. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application, and you apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Australia. For Commercial Director roles at companies willing to sponsor, the E-3 makes the process significantly faster and more predictable than the H-1B. Browse E-3-eligible roles on Migrate Mate.
Do Commercial Director roles at smaller companies ever come with visa sponsorship?
Occasionally, but it's uncommon. Smaller employers often lack the HR infrastructure to manage immigration filings and are reluctant to absorb legal and filing costs for senior hires they haven't yet vetted. Mid-market companies that have sponsored before and have existing immigration counsel are more realistic targets than early-stage startups. At the director level, demonstrating clear revenue impact to the business can sometimes tip the decision in your favor.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Commercial Director jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.