Senior Analyst

Department

Real Estate Finance

Walker & Dunlop’s Small Balance Group is a fully integrated lending platform specializing in debt executions and processes uniquely tailored to the private client multifamily market. As one of the nation’s top Freddie Mac Optigo® Small Balance Loan and Fannie Mae DUS® Small Loan lenders, our experts manage the origination, underwriting, funding, and servicing processes in-house and serve as a trusted advisor to our clients from quote, close, & beyond.

At the forefront of technological innovation and process transformation at Walker & Dunlop, the Small Balance Group plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s future.

Walker & Dunlop is seeking a Senior Production Analyst that will primarily assist in sizing and underwriting loans, gathering/organizing due diligence, and interfacing with both internal producers and external clients related to multifamily small balance transactions. Additional responsibilities will be related to marketing and sales of loan products.

• Prepare initial analysis of loan packages to qualify incoming loan requests that fit the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac program guidelines
• Participate in weekly Pipeline and Production Meetings and be prepared to discuss current status of all active loans in the Pipeline
• Expand knowledge and develop relationships with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae Production Staff to drive production activity
• Interact with producers, brokers, and borrowers in the collection of the necessary due diligence to finance multifamily properties
• Prepare and present Loan Quote forms and necessary due diligence information, including market research, models, narratives, and borrower information for each property loan request received
• Participate in Kick-Off Meetings with Walker & Dunlop Producer, Underwriter and Closer for all loans under application
• Input entries in Salesforce and pipeline management systems for all active loans
• Prepare pre-call plans for Producers prior to all Correspondent and Borrower visits as requested
• Travel with the producer and participate in initial property inspections throughout the country, as requested
• Complete ongoing and single-task project assignments for Production Management Team
• Support routine business and administrative needs for Production Manager including data entry, team communications and expense reporting
• Other skills related to building a career in Production
• Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm local time, Monday through Friday

• Bachelor’s degree (Business or Finance Degree preferred)
• 2+ years of financial analyst experience with commercial real estate owner, broker, appraiser or financial institution preferred
• Experience with GSE Multifamily lending (Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac)
• Excellent financial modeling skills including thorough knowledge of MS Excel
• Proficient in MS Word and Outlook

• Detail oriented, organized, and accurate
• Strong written and oral communication skills
  
  Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Passion for real estate
• Ability to work productively in time sensitive situations
• Good concept of financial analysis of income producing real estate
• Good organization and analytical skills
• Exhibit good teamwork and cooperation
• Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes
• Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from
• Comprehensive benefit options
  * that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
  • Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
  • Competitive dental and vision benefits
  • 401(k) + match
  • Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
  • A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance
• Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
• Company‑paid life, short and…