Job Description

Colosseum Investments is a fast-growing private lending firm specializing in

non-QM, investor-focused, and alternative-doc mortgage solutions

. We work with real estate investors, business owners, and high-performing borrowers who don't fit the traditional "agency box" -- and we help them scale portfolios, close quickly, and seize opportunities others can't.

We are opening

one (1) exclusive seat

on our lending team for a

uniquely qualified Non-QM Lending Specialist

. This is a

coveted position

designed for a top performer who wants to be on the front lines of modern real estate finance.

As the

Non-QM Lending Specialist

at Colosseum Investments, you will be the go-to expert for:

DSCR loans

for real estate investors

Fix & Flip, Bridge, and Ground-Up Construction

loans

Bank statement, asset-based, and other non-QM programs

You will structure deals, advise clients, and collaborate directly with leadership to grow a high-quality, high-margin lending pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Structure & originate non-QM loans

, including: DSCR investor loans Fix & flip, bridge, and ground-up construction loans Bank statement / alternative documentation loans

Qualify and consult borrowers and investors

on the best loan programs based on their goals, credit profile, and project metrics (LTV, LTC, DSCR, ARV, etc.).

Review and package loan files

for submission to capital partners / hedge funds, ensuring they meet guideline and documentation standards.

Collaborate with internal teams

(processing, underwriting partners, leadership) to move files from application to clear-to-close with speed and accuracy.

Stay on top of guideline changes

across multiple non-QM investors and help refine internal matrices, cheat sheets, and processes.

Educate clients and referral partners

on non-QM options, positioning Colosseum Investments as a strategic funding partner, not just a lender.

Contribute to growth initiatives

, including feedback on marketing campaigns, lead quality, and product positioning
Who You Are (Qualifications)

Proven experience in

mortgage lending

, private lending, or non-QM/alternative lending (DSCR, fix & flip, bridge, construction, or similar). Strong working knowledge of: Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) LTV, LTC, ARV, and basic deal economics Bank statement / alternative-doc income assessments Comfortable reading and applying

investor/hedge fund guidelines and matrices

, not just AUS findings. Confident communicator -- able to speak clearly with seasoned investors and first-time borrowers alike. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deals and deadlines simultaneously. Self-directed and entrepreneurial: you treat this seat as

your own business inside the firm

.

Bonus points if you:

Have an existing network of real estate investors, agents, or referral partners. Have experience with private lenders, non-bank lenders, or non-QM-focused shops. Enjoy building playbooks, cheat sheets, and scalable processes.
This is

not

a volume hire.
This is

a single, strategic hire

.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,116.02 - $269,989.19 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham, MD 21236