Cantor Fitzgerald

Sr. Commercial Underwriter

Cantor Fitzgerald  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Independently underwrite complex national commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, refinances, construction loans, portfolio transactions, and multi-site deals

  • Analyze title searches, commitments, surveys, legal descriptions, organizational documents, and transaction structures to assess and mitigate risk
  • Issue title commitments and proformas with endorsements in compliance with underwriting guidelines and state-specific regulations
  • Identify title defects, curative requirements, and risk issues, and develop practical solutions to facilitate timely closings
  • Communicate closely with assigned commercial escrow officers on each transaction to prepare needs lists for closings
  • Provide underwriting guidance and support to commercial escrow officers
  • Assist in resolving underwriting objections raised by lenders, borrowers, and counsel
  • Support claims avoidance efforts through thorough risk analysis and documentation
  • Participate in training and mentoring of junior underwriters and operations staff
  • Communicate with all parties on commercial transactions, take client phone calls, and participate in deal specific conference calls

Qualifications:

  • Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
  • Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years in national commercial title underwriting
  • Skills:
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Proficient in title closing software systems (e.g., SoftPro, Encompass, ResWare, Qualia).
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Leadership, team building, and conflict resolution skills.

Benefits and Perks:

  • Industry leading Parental Leave Policy (up to 16 weeks)
  • Generous healthcare
  • Bright Horizons back-up care program
  • Generous paid time off
  • Education reimbursement
  • Referral Program
  • Opportunities to network and connect within the industry

WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements

NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leading commercial real estate advisor and service provider to large institutional investors and other owners, global corporations and other occupiers, and lenders. Built with purpose and driven by excellence, Newmark's comprehensive platform is uniquely tailored to provide superior outcomes to clients. For the twelve months ended June 30, 2026, Newmark generated revenues of more than $3.6 billion. As of June 30, 2026, Newmark and its business partners together operated from over 195 offices with more than 10,000 professionals across four continents. Learn more at nmrk.com or follow @newmark.

Discussion of Forward-Looking Statements about Newmark

Statements in this document regarding Newmark that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" that involve risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements. These include statements about the Company's business, results, financial position, liquidity, and outlook, which may constitute forward-looking statements and are subject to the risk that the actual impact may differ, possibly materially, from what is currently expected. Except as required by law, Newmark undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. For a discussion of additional risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see Newmark's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including, but not limited to, the risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information set forth in these filings and any updates to such risk factors and Special Note on Forward-Looking Information contained in subsequent reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q or Form 8-K.

Cantor Fitzgerald

About Cantor Fitzgerald

Cantor Fitzgerald is a leading global financial services firm, serving clients from over 30 offices around the world. Founded in 1945 as a securities brokerage and investment bank, the firm pioneered computer-based bond trading, built one of the broadest distribution networks in the industry and became the market’s premier dealer of government securities.

Today, Cantor Fitzgerald is known for its strength across a diverse array of businesses, including equity and fixed income capital markets, investment banking, commercial real estate finance and services, prime brokerage, asset management and wealth management, and e-commerce and online ventures. In all its businesses, the firm is an acknowledged leader in developing advanced technologies to expand market access, and help clients achieve their most important financial and strategic objectives. This commitment to client-centered innovation has led to enduring relationships with many of the world’s most demanding institutional investors and corporations.

For more information please visit www.cantor.com.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, New York
Year Founded
Unknown
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