Director, Commercial Real Estate Valuation Advisor

Job Description:

Overview:

We don't simply hire employees. We invest in them. When you work at Chatham, we empower you - offering professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career, no matter if you've been here for five months or 15 years. Chatham has worked hard to create a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and client service. You will have immediate opportunities to partner with talented subject matter experts, work on complex projects, and contribute to the value Chatham delivers every day.

Job Summary:

We're seeking aDirector, Commercial Real Estate Valuation Advisorto lead strategic valuation engagements for institutional clients managing complex commercial real estate loan portfolios. This is a high-impact, client-facing role that blends technical valuation expertise with consultative leadership. You'll transform intricate loan data into actionable insights that drive investment decisions, support financial reporting, and uncovers risk exposure.

Success in this role means becoming a trusted advisor to our clients - someone who can navigate nuanced loan structures, develop and review sophisticated valuation models, and clearly articulate the rationale behind valuation conclusions. Within 3-6 months, you'll be leading client relationships, mentoring junior team members, and shaping the evolution of our valuation platform and processes.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and oversee fair value analyses of commercial real estate loans for top-tier institutional investors.
• Interpret complex loan agreements, promissory notes, and financial documents to extract valuation-critical inputs.
• Build, review, and enhance advanced valuation models that reflect dynamic market conditions.
• Present valuation results to clients, auditors, and stakeholders with clarity, confidence, and credibility.
• Monitor capital markets and interest rate trends to inform valuation assumptions and methodologies.
• Collaborate across Chatham's debt, valuation, and technology teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Drive quality assurance and process improvements to ensure valuations meet the highest standards of rigor and defensibility.
• Contribute to thought leadership and innovation in valuation practices and client engagement strategies.

Qualifications:

Must-Haves:

• 8+ years of experience in institutional real estate, valuation advisory, or investment management.
• Advanced Excel modeling skills, including discounted cash flow and scenario analysis.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - able to distill complexity into clear narratives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead client relationships and mentor junior professionals.
• Familiarity with source documents such as loan agreements, rent rolls, and financial statements.

Preferred:

• Deep expertise in commercial real estate debt structures and valuation methodologies.
• MAI designation.
• Experience with ASC 820 fair value reporting.
• CFA or CPA certification (or progress toward one).
• Exposure to debt capital markets, loan trading, or structured finance.
• Prior experience in a consulting or advisory capacity.

What We Offer:

• A team that values curiosity, collaboration, and a shared drive to keep improving ourselves and the client experience.
• Immediate access to subject matter experts and complex, meaningful client work.
• Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and professional development budgets.
• Comprehensive benefits package: healthcare, retirement matching, generous PTO, and more.

Sound like a fit, but not sure you meet every bullet? Apply anyway - we value potential and passion as much as pedigree. We're building a team of people who love helping others succeed and who are energized by solving complex financial puzzles with real-world impact.

About Chatham Financial:

Chatham Financial is the leading independent capital markets advisor, delivering an integrated blend of expert advice and powerful technology to help you reduce risk and seize opportunity. With decades of capital markets strategy, execution, monitoring, and performance expertise, we serve as an unwavering advocate for your best interests and your innovation partner. Our technology platform unifies data across assets, debt, and derivatives, giving you unmatched agility, transparency, and insight.

It's clear ahead.

Our commitment is to carry that light forward in every partnership, every solution, and every market we serve.

We help guide the way-giving clients the insight and momentum to move forward with confidence, no matter what lies ahead.