Job Description

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. We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives – they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.

The Impact You Will Have

The primary role of the senior analyst is to support production members of the Walker & Dunlop Investment Sales team with financial modeling of multifamily assets along with producing institutional quality marketing materials and maintaining detailed market analysis. Candidates with a strong analytical ability, high attention to detail, and an interest to hone quantitative skills will excel in this position.

Primary Responsibilities

Financial analysis of multifamily opportunities, including existing, value add, and ground-up developments using proprietary WDIS underwriting model
Actively assist in the research, writing, and proofing of W&D Investment Sales marketing offering memorandums (OMs) and Broker Opinion of Values (BOVs) Research and maintain databases which track Investment Sales activity, construction pipeline, and other relevant real estate metrics

Develop and maintain market knowledge through regular reading of industry trade journals, economic forecasts, and news-related periodicals
Assist in the creation and editing of “state of the market” presentations given at national conferences and in private client meetings
Conduct transaction coordination and due diligence coordination for the Investment Sales team

Maintain files to ensure all mandatory disclosures are completed and sent to the appropriate parties for review and approval
Contact interested parties to remind them of missing documents
Provide a consistent, quality-controlled system to ensure the smooth and efficient management of all relevant steps necessary to close a deal
Monitor and assess the progress of sales so that important deadlines are met and contingencies are released
Provide preliminary audits of files for management review

Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (Finance and/or Real Estate concentration preferred)
2+ years of experience in Finance, Real Estate or related field preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Client relationship management skills

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to accurately and productively handle multiple tasks during time sensitive situations
Ability and willingness to work extended hours or weekends to meet deadlines when appropriate
Excellent financial modeling skills including thorough knowledge of Excel
Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and Word, and ability to learn Salesforce and other company software as needed
Advanced written and oral communication skills
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
Embodiment of the Walker Way in approach to work: caring, collaborative, tenacious, driven and insightful

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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 

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with employee resource groups organizing activities and providing a space for open communication 

Career development opportunities 

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

 
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked