Responsibilities:

• Underwrite counterparties for mortgage-related transactions, including evaluating the risk profile of Originators, Servicers, and Sponsors.
• Make risk decisions and assessments, challenge business teams, and highlight key counterparty risk concerns promptly.
• Participate in the deal underwriting process from start to finish, especially for high-risk or underperforming counterparties.
• Collaborate with Legal, Credit Risk, and deal teams to ensure accurate loan agreements.
• Work closely with control function partners on reputational risk and management presentations.
• Present risk concerns, due diligence findings, and make risk recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Produce well-written, succinct reviews and assessments.

Requirements:

• 4-10 years of experience in 1st or 2nd line role
• Proven track record in underwriting for mortgage-related counterparties
• Ability to write detailed reviews and memos
• Expertise in REITs, CRE, CLOs