Collateral Analyst

Redwood Trust (RWT) is a leading participant in several distinct areas of housing credit. Our consolidated portfolio has evolved to incorporate a diverse mix of residential, business purpose and multifamily investments. Our risk-minded culture and our values — which emphasize passion, integrity, change, growth, relationships, and results — underlie our methodical pursuit of becoming the nation’s most innovative participant in housing credit.

The Collateral Analyst plays a critical role in risk mitigation within the Post Purchase Operations department by performing due diligence to verify the accuracy and completeness of mortgage loan documents received. The analyst works closely with management to ensure quality and timely resolution of collateral exceptions and other responsibilities as assigned. This role has a certain level of interaction with internal and external parties (Transaction Management, Sellers, and Conversions).

• Responsible for the collateral review process on purchased/sold loans
• Assist in clearing or curing collateral issues on purchased/sold loans
• Assist in managing the relationship with custodians
• Manage the custody of collateral files at the custodian
• Manage the release of collateral files
• Manage the delivery of collateral documents to investors, purchasers, or sellers
• Identify collateral issues and
  ** escalate
  * * to Manager on a timely basis
• Perform daily/monthly reconciliation of documents
• Manage any reports received from internal and external parties
• Develop and maintain policy and procedures
• Create and distribute various ad hoc reports, as needed
• Perform MERS portfolio reconciliation and remediation, as needed

• 1-3+ years in mortgage industry or a combination of relevant work experience and college education
• Knowledge of mortgage loan documents

• Strong organizing and time management skills
• Must be able to adapt well to a fast paced and constantly changing business environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work in varied systems
• Proficiency with Excel/Word/Access
• Experience with loan document management, or other mortgage-related processing systems
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and manage workload independently

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this role is $55,000-$70,000. The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, geographic location, training, licensure and certification, and other factors. Redwood also offers a competitive benefit package including discretionary corporate bonus program, multiple health plans, STD and LTD options, company sponsored life insurance, fitness reimbursement, paid parental leave, time to volunteer, Paid Time off, ESPP, and 401K matching.

At Redwood Trust, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.