Founded in 1979, Related Group has evolved from an affordable housing developer into a global leader in sophisticated metropolitan living, renowned for its iconic designs, groundbreaking partnerships, and museum-quality art installations. Over 45 years, Related has built, rehabilitated, and managed over 110,000 units, earning its place as one of the most prolific names in real estate. Today, the company is in its most significant expansion yet, with more than 90 active developments across the U.S. and Latin America, spanning luxury condominiums, market-rate rentals, mixed-use centers, and affordable properties. Led by the Pérez family and a team of the industry's top veterans, Related continues to push the industry bar higher, delivering innovative residential communities that positively transform cities, forge new trails and improve quality of life across all demographics.
Essential functions:
Project Financing & Closings
- Manage and execute financial closings for multiple real estate development projects, including construction, permanent, and bridge financing.
- Coordinate debt and equity closings involving LIHTC, tax-exempt bonds, soft financing, grants, and other public/private funding sources.
- Prepare and review closing checklists, sources and uses, pro formas, and settlement statements.
- Ensure all financial conditions precedent are satisfied prior to closing.
Coordination & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for lenders, investors, syndicators, attorneys, accountants, title companies, and public agencies throughout the closing process.
- Collaborate closely with Development, Construction and Accounting teams to ensure alignment and timely execution.
- Track and manage closing timelines, deliverables, and post-closing obligations.
Compliance & Documentation
- Review loan documents, partnership agreements, regulatory agreements, and investor requirements for financial accuracy and consistency.
- Maintain complete and organized closing files and ensure proper handoff to Accounting and Property Management teams post-closing.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Support underwriting and financial modeling efforts related to project financing.
- Reconcile final sources and uses at closing and assist with audit and cost certification processes as needed.
- Prepare internal summaries and reports for leadership on closing status and financing structures.
Education and Experience Requirement(s):
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Business, or a related field.
- Master’s Degree in related field is a plus.
- 3+ years of experience in real estate finance, development or closings.
- Hands-on experience with complex financing structures.
- Strong understanding of real estate loan and partnership documentation.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred
- Experience with tax-exempt bond financing and public agency funding.
- Familiarity with cost certification and investor audits.
- Experience working with government agencies and mission-driven or nonprofit housing organizations.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication and relationship-management skills
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to navigate complex transactions
- High level of integrity and accountability
- Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Passion for affordable and workforce housing development
Travel Requirements:
Travel requirements are less than 10% but must be flexible to travel periodically.
Benefits as a Related Employee:
- Base Salary and Performance bonus
- Medical, dental, vision, legal services, flexible spending account.
- Employer Match Commuter Benefits.
- The benefits package includes 100 percent employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Employer Matching 401k.
- Upward Mobility
- Employee Engagement and Wellness programs.
- Company-paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Time.
- Opportunities for Professional Development and Tuition Reimbursement.
The Related Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are a Drug-Free Workplace
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Top Skills
What We Do
For more than 35 years, Related Group has been improving city skylines with developments characterized by innovative design, enduring quality, and environments that celebrate culture and active lifestyles. Related’s distinctive residential projects range from luxury high-rise condominiums to public and affordable housing developments. Since its inception in 1979, Related Group has built and managed more than 80,000 condominium and apartment residences which are meticulously designed with finishes and amenities that transform buildings into vibrant residential environments.
Answering the demands and desires of a new generation, Related has helped to define South Florida’s urban evolution through its dynamic living communities. Many of Related’s properties are distinguished by groundbreaking partnerships with world-renowned architects, designers, and artists who help to create residential developments recognized as urban landmarks. Philippe Starck, David Rockwell, Karim Rashid, Rem Koolhaas, Piero Lissoni, Cesar Pelli, Carlos Ott, Yabu Pushelberg, and Arquitectonica are among the many famous collaborators and inspirations behind Related properties.
