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The Capital Markets Team is responsible for managing the debt across Starwood Capital’s $125+ billion in assets under management by securing optimal financing for the firm’s investments. The team executes capital markets transactions across public and private markets, including CMBS and ABS securitizations, mezzanine financings, secured and unsecured credit facilities, fund-level financings, and interest rate hedging. Since 2010, the Capital Markets Team has closed $230+ billion in financings. The team works closely with Acquisitions and Asset Management to structure financing solutions that maximize returns while providing the flexibility to support each investment’s business plan across all asset classes.
Responsibilities:
- Provide analysis on financing alternatives for acquisitions and refinancings across all asset classes
- Build comprehensive debt models analyzing rates, terms, structures, and returns in partnership with deal teams
- Prepare marketing materials and lender presentations to solicit competitive bids on financings
- Participate in negotiations of financing terms directly with balance sheet lenders, CMBS lenders, mezzanine funds, and other debt investors
- Track and analyze existing debt positions to identify opportunistic refinancings with Asset Management teams
- Structure creative capital stacks to optimize leverage and minimize cost of capital
- Support transaction execution from term sheet through closing, managing lender diligence, and documentation
Qualifications:
- Strong financial modeling skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated knowledge of real estate debt products and financial markets
- Collaborative team player who contributes positively to team culture
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact effectively with internal and external parties
- Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Highly motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail
- To be considered for the 2027 Capital Markets Summer Internship Program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student
- Anticipated graduation date: Fall 2027 – Spring 2028
