Associate Director
Job Summary
Department:
EMEA Capital MarketsWe 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
Our EMEA experts deliver exceptional debt and equity solutions across the commercial real estate spectrum combining deep capital markets expertise with local EMEA real estate knowledge to maximize returns and minimize risk for our clients.
Walker & Dunlops integrated platform connects clients with their ideal capital partners through our extensive network proprietary technology and transaction expertise-delivering optimal results for both equity and debt stakeholders in todays dynamic market environment.
Through our unified approach we serve all property sectors while offering an extensive range of equity and debt solutions ensuring we maximize value and returns for our clients investments.
The Impact You Will Have
Join a rapidly growing team as an Associate Director responsible for leading the financial analysis market research capital marketing underwriting and closing processes as part of a leading loan originations team. The Associate Director works closely with the originator on the sourcing and structuring of transactions.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist the senior debt advisors in identifying and pursuing new business leads maintaining existing client relationships and managing the deal pipeline
Conduct a detailed review of potential debt mandates assess their viability and oversee the production of pitch documents and financing proposals (as required)
Analyse ad hoc debt requirements and loan scenarios for our existing and potential clients when considering refinancing or acquisition opportunities
Oversee and take responsibility for the preparation and assembly of Financing Memoranda and the ancillary documents (cashflow models etc.) associated with new debt mandates.
Manage allocated debt transactions across several stages from inception of the transaction (initial identification and pitching) through deal marketing (preparation of materials and lender engagement) to final loan closing (legal documentation and loan funding)
Develop strong relationships with all external clients with a particular focus on your peer set within the lender and borrower communities.
Take joint responsibility with other Associate Directors for the training and development of analysts and senior analysts.
Work with the Head of Execution to coordinate tasks and delegate mandates across the junior team members (interns analysts senior analysts) ensuring there is an appropriate distribution of transactions across the resource pool
Perform other duties as assigned
Office attendance is 8:30 am 5:30 pm (GMT) Monday through Friday.
Education and Experience
Bachelors degree (prefer finance and/or real estate concentration)
5 years of commercial real estate experience required preferably with commercial real estate owners advisors or financial institutions
Debt advisory experience within the European market
Experience and a high understanding across multiple property types with exposure to both investment and development deals
CPA CFA or CCIM a plus
Language skills (German Dutch Spanish Italian) a plus
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Possess a working knowledge of commercial loan diligence and closing processes
Excellent financial modeling skills including thorough knowledge of Excel and ARGUS a plus
Proficiency in MS Outlook and Word and ability to learn Salesforce and other company software as needed
Proven written and oral communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to accurately and productively handle multiple tasks during time sensitive situations
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
- You will have the opportunity to accelerate in our rapidly growing organization.
- Were a lean team so your impact will be felt immediately.
- Flexible working hours career advancement and competitive compensation package.
- We arrange social activities to help our employees and families become familiar with each other and our culture.
- In addition to other benefits we offer supplemental health insurance a pension plan and 100% complimentary and confidential mental health services.
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Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
About Company
With over 85 years of experience, Walker & Dunlop is your trusted partner for CRE financing, sales, valuation, loan servicing, investment management, & research needs.