Walker & Dunlop · 2 days ago
AVP or VP, GSE Underwriting
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expWalker & Dunlop is one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change. The AVP or VP, GSE Underwriting will manage and develop the underwriting team, structure and underwrite multifamily housing products, and cultivate critical business relationships while ensuring risk management and compliance with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines.
Commercial Real EstateConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesReal Estate Investment
Hiring Manager
Nicole Pratt
Responsibilities
Demonstrate an understanding of the history and function of Fannie Mae, Fannie Mae DUS, DUS Lenders, Freddie Mac and Freddie Mac Program Plus
Manage, oversee, train and develop members of the underwriting team and the underwriting process
Structure, underwrite, monitor, and perform due diligence for multifamily housing products and transactions
Evaluate and manage risk issues using a comprehensive risk management approach
Develop and manage critical business relationships, which include cultivating favorable relationships with internal and external contacts
Anticipate and resolve issues for customers and team members
Demonstrate mastery of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae methodology for building up Proforma income and expenses
A high level of computer proficiency is required in Excel and Word
Demonstrate mastery of the Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae Guides 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
Review third-party Appraisals, Engineering Reports, Seismic Reports, Phase I Environmental Assessments and Operations and Maintenance (O & M) Reports where necessary to assist the underwriting teams
Ensure Underwriting staff generates accurate and analytical Narratives for submission to Loan Committee
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
Work closely with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae team members on resolving deal specific issues in a timely manner
Frequent business travel required
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelors preferred
7+ years of work experience in commercial real estate finance with strong exposure to multifamily and extensive knowledge of the Fannie Mae DUS program required
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in underwriting
Demonstrated leadership with evidence of increasing responsibility throughout career history and at least 5 years of direct supervisory responsibility
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 and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management
Demonstrated commitment to innovation and change and willingness to take initiative to accomplish change
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute solutions to complex issues and transactions
Extensive multifamily experience across a wide range of financial and product executions
Demonstrated business management experience as well as a demonstrated capacity to provide leadership in closing deals
Knowledge of Fannie Mae's DUS and Freddie Mac's Program Plus products is required
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
Benefits
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
Company
Walker & Dunlop
Walker & Dunlop is a commercial real estate finance and advisory firm that creates strong capital markets and investment sales capabilities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.23BKey Investors
Fannie MaeTYKO CapitalHudson Bay Capital Management
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $156.62M
2025-06-30Post Ipo Debt· $170M
2025-03-04Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Willy Walker
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Howard Smith
Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer and Board Member
Recent News
2026-01-13
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