Walker & Dunlop · 1 day ago
GSE Underwriter
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expWalker & Dunlop is 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 to life. The GSE Underwriter will be responsible for structuring, underwriting, and performing due diligence for multifamily housing products and transactions, while also collaborating with various teams to monitor performance and resolve issues.
Commercial Real EstateConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesReal Estate Investment
Hiring Manager
Nicole Pratt
Responsibilities
Structure, underwrite, monitor, and perform due diligence for multifamily housing products and transactions
Anticipate and resolve issues for customers and underwriting team
Demonstrate an understanding of the history and function of Fannie Mae, Fannie Mae DUS, DUS Lenders, and Freddie Mac Program Plus
Demonstrate understanding of the Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae methodology for building up Proforma income and expenses
Demonstrate understanding of Part III of the DUS Guide and Freddie Mac 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
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
Craft accurate and analytical Narratives for submission to Chief Underwriter with supervision from Chief and Deputy Chief Underwriters
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
Frequent business travel required
Communicate and problem-solve daily with teammates, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, often in combination with travel
Perform other duties as assigned
Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am – 5:30 pm local time, Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
3+ years of commercial real estate experience underwriting multifamily loans
Experience independently underwriting 12+ GSE loans required
Extensive knowledge of the Fannie Mae DUS and Freddie Mac Program Plus programs required
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in underwriting
Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data quickly
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
Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities
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
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