RF-Boston, (Real Estate Finance Boston) is a rapidly-growing Boston-based private lender serving real estate investors who acquire and renovate single and multi-family residential, retail, commercial and industrial properties. We pride ourselves on supporting clients by providing unparalleled service, from the loan application through the payoff. We are a small company with a team-oriented staff and an enjoyable employee friendly work environment. Responsibilities: The Commercial Lending Analyst is an integral part of the lending team and plays a key role in the credit decision-making process via collaborations with borrowers, sales/operations/loan closing teams. Primarily responsible for underwriting commercial transactions within the confines of our policies, procedures and underwriting guidelines. Responsible for reviewing loan requests on both new and existing customers. As part of the assessment, the analyst will conduct thorough, comprehensive business, management and organizational analysis to form a deep, broad, accurate, and up-to-date understanding of that business's health, capacity, and capability to appropriately utilize and fully repay its loan in a timely manner. Analyze relevant underwriting data, including appraisal reports, financial statements, construction budgets, prior borrower experience and funding details reports. Perform appropriate market, industry and economic analysis as well as obtain personal credit and other associated business reports. Meet and/or converse with borrowers to probe for information and develop an understanding of the business, management and loan structure. Partners with sales representatives to obtain background and financial information and assist in negotiations and deal structure. Prepare term sheets. Works to exceed department productivity standards for decision turnaround time and a positive customer experience. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with other staff to complete loan transactions, promotes internal teamwork and efficiency.