GSE Underwriting Analyst

Department:

GSE Underwriting

We are Walker & Dunlop.  We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities.

Department Overview

GSE Underwriting is responsible for pre-screening and underwriting all Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans.

The Impact You Will Have

This is an entry level position in the Underwriting department. The primary role of this individual will be as a junior member of the Underwriting Team which consists of an Underwriter and Analyst.

Our Analyst Program is designed to provide entry-level opportunities to those actively in an educational environment or very recently graduated from such an environment.  Those graduating in Fall 2024 or Spring 2025 are eligible for the 2025 Analyst Program.

If you are an internal employee interested in this opportunity, please reach out to the recruiter.

Primary Responsibilities

• Underwrite and perform due diligence for multifamily housing products and transactions 

• Input income and expense statements in order to determine maximum loan amounts 

• Conduct initial reviews of market areas, property and site characteristics 

• Complete initial review of borrower and management qualifications 

• Learn methodology for building up Proforma income and expenses 

• Understand Part III of the DUS Guide and periodic updates on an on-going basis in order to cultivate continuous improvement 

• Conduct site visits to assess the condition and quality of multifamily projects, their management, and their marketplaces 

• Order and review third-party Appraisals, Engineering Reports, Seismic Reports, Phase I Environmental Assessments and Operations and Maintenance (O & M) Reports 

• Maintain organized and fully documented Underwriting Files and maintain database on specific deals 

• Assist in the crafting of the DUS Narratives for submission to Chief Underwriter 

• Demonstrate responsibility for ensuring that the underwriting team goals and initiatives are completed in a timely manner and needed resources are available to accomplish results 

• Work with Asset Management, Production, Closing and others as appropriate to closely monitor the performance and help develop and regularly refine benchmarks and metrics for evaluating the performance of the portfolio 

• Communicate and problem-solve daily with teammates, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, often in combination with travel 

• Other skills related to building a career in Underwriting! 

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Attendance is generally 8:30 am – 5:30 pm EST Monday through Friday with the ability to work up to 2 of those days remotely

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Business or Finance Degree preferred)   

• Previous experience within the real estate industry is preferred 

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the history and function of Fannie Mae, Fannie Mae DUS, and DUS Lenders 

• Able and willing to travel overnight up to 25%. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A high level of computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) 

• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data quickly, make decisions based on imperfect data, and take action in order to assist the Team in moving its transactions forward 

• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with strong work ethic to meet daily challenges of a fast-paced environment 

• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute solutions to complex issues and transactions 

• 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

This position has an estimated base salary of $60,000 - $70,000 plus discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data. 

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What We Offer  

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023 

• 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 long-term disability insurance
    - Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

• Career development opportunities 

• Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching 

 
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked 

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace.  We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information.  We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

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Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.