Senior Analyst- Agency Production

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Department Overview 

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. 

The Impact You Will Have  

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. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• 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

Education and Experience 

• 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 

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• 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 

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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, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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.