Vice President, Business Applications
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on VP of Business Applications to lead the development, integration, and management of core systems and data platforms supporting our Debt and Equity investment operations. This role will oversee applications used by Originations, Portfolio Management, and Asset Management teams, ensuring they are effectively aligned with business goals and deliver accurate, actionable insights across the investment lifecycle.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of real estate investment operations and a strong technical foundation in application architecture, data governance, and systems integration. This role will partner closely with internal IT leadership, investment professionals, and external vendors to drive the company’s technology roadmap and enhance business performance through streamlined data and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee business applications and data platforms that support end-to-end deal workflows across originations, asset, and portfolio management.
Drive system and data integration strategies across internal and third-party platforms, ensuring high data quality and accessibility.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement technology solutions that improve operational efficiency and reporting capabilities.
Provide strategic recommendations to leadership on technology investments, system enhancements, and application performance improvements.
Lead vendor management and system evaluations to ensure alignment with business needs.
Qualifications:
Minimum 8 years of leadership experience in business applications or technology management, preferably in real estate or financial services.
Strong understanding of relational databases (SQL), data integration (ETL, REST/SOAP APIs), and backend data architecture.
Proven experience with Yardi, MRI, and ideally Altrio (Origen) or other industry platforms (e.g., Backshop, Dealpath, Pereview, Chatham, RealINSIGHT).
Experience managing API/data migration projects between enterprise applications.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
Passion for leveraging data and reporting solutions to drive decision-making across investment functions.