Vice President / Director / Managing Director - Real Estate Debt

Title: Vice President / Director / Managing Director (Depending on Experience)Location: Boca Raton, FL (Full Time / In Office)About Kayne Anderson Real EstateKayne Anderson Real Estate is a leading real estate investment firm, managing nearly $20 billion in assets across opportunistic equity, core equity, and real estate debt, with sector expertise in medical office, seniors housing, off-campus student housing, multifamily housing, self-storage, and light industrial. Kayne Anderson Real Estate is part of Kayne Anderson, an approximately $40 billion alternative investment management firm with more than 41 years of experience in the real estate, credit, infrastructure, and energy sectors.With more than 130 professionals, Kayne Anderson Real Estate has consistently demonstrated its ability to bring more to an opportunity than equity capital, enhancing a project's overall performance and quality by incorporating best practices and effective alternatives in the design, construction, documentation, financing, and operation of investments. The firm's entrepreneurial spirit and resilient culture, combined with a reputation for quick response, firm commitment, and timely execution, has solidified Kayne Anderson Real Estate's reputation and resulted in strong relationships with developers, owners, operators, financing sources, and other intermediaries. (As of October 2025)Position Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled real estate debt investment professional to join our growing team. The new hire will play a leading role in sourcing, structuring, and managing real estate debt investments. In particular we are seeking a candidate who has experience in (i) purchasing nonperforming and sub-performing loans, (ii) loan workouts, and (iii) direct high yield lending. This is a highly visible role with direct responsibility for investment strategy, deal execution, and portfolio management within the firm's expanding platform.General Position Responsibilities:Lead the origination, underwriting, and structuring of debt investments across various real estate asset classesBuild and maintain relationships with borrowers, lenders, brokers, and other capital markets participants to source proprietary deal flowOversee financial modeling, investment analysis, and due diligence processes to evaluate new opportunitiesManage the execution of complex transactions, including negotiation of loan documents and closing processesMonitor and manage portfolio performance, including risk management, asset surveillance, and value optimization strategiesPartner with senior leadership to shape investment strategy and capital deploymentMentor junior team members, providing guidance on deal analysis, execution, and market insightsRequirements7+ years of experience in real estate debt investing, credit, or structured finance, ideally with a private equity, investment management, or real estate investment platformStrong track record in sourcing and executing transactionsDeep knowledge of capital markets, real estate debt structures, and risk/return analysisProven ability to lead deal execution from origination through closing and asset managementExceptional financial modeling, analytical, and negotiation skillsEstablished industry relationships with borrowers, lenders, and intermediariesStrong leadership, communication, and presentation skillsBachelor's degree in finance, real estate, or related field required; advanced degree or CFA/MBA a plusBenefitsCompetitive medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accounts (dependent care, healthcare, limited purpose FSA)Accident and Critical Illness insuranceLong Term Disability insuranceCompetitive 401(k) benefitsPet healthcare savings programMember's Only Healthcare - healthcare navigationWellHub - corporate wellness platform$10,000 lifetime reimbursement for family forming services (e.g. IVF, adoption, surrogacy)Rocket Lawyer legal benefitsReimbursement of professional society memberships and exam feesUp to $10,000 matching annually for contributions to qualified non-for-profit organizationsParental leaveEmployment with the company is contingent on the applicant being able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire.Equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.