Loan Surveillance Analyst

Are you looking for an opportunity to bring your unique skills and experiences to a leading commercial loan servicer?

Join Berkadia's loan servicing platform and learn from the best of the best at the largest U.S. non-bank commercial mortgage servicer in the industry. We provide the personal and professional development opportunities you need to impact the commercial real estate industry, build a career that takes the long view, and reach your full potential. Be Your Best Self. Be Berkadia.

The Loan Surveillance Analyst is responsible for monitoring and analyzing the performance of loan portfolios to identify risks and opportunities. This role involves reviewing financial statements, tracking loan payments, and assessing compliance with loan agreements. The analyst also prepares reports for management, highlighting trends, potential issues, and recommendations for action. They work closely with other departments to ensure the accuracy of loan data and to support decision-making processes related to loan management and servicing.

We are committed to growing your career, so in this role you will:

• Analyze real estate collateral data, including financial statements, and write comprehensive watchlist comments for Commercial Real Estate associated with CMBS and Agency loans, incorporating market research and borrower communications for additional insights.
• Manage the workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of Watchlists for each assigned deal, including reviewing and approving these lists as necessary.
• Coordinate and respond to inquiries from investors, rating agencies, and clients, ensuring accurate and prompt communication.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to address significant issues identified in monthly surveillance reports concerning pool, loan, and collateral performance.
• Lead and organize periodic conference calls and meetings with deal participants, managing the timing, attendance, and structure of investor calls.
• Proactively evaluate and report on the impact of significant events, such as natural disasters or major bankruptcies, on pool performance to stakeholders.
• Liaise with internal Servicing staff to gather and analyze data requested by rating agencies and investors, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery and preparing customized reports.
• Coordinate with Special Servicers to ensure accurate and current reporting on the status of specially-serviced assets.
• Assist in the preparation of annual portfolio reviews to assess and monitor trends in pool, loan, and collateral performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

We are passionate about your growth, so to achieve success in this role you should have: 

• Strong writing and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate to senior management.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Access, and familiarity with loan servicing software such as McCracken.
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities, with a knack for conducting independent web-based research.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in a similar position

We believe People Matter, so we offer benefits that go beyond:

• Monthly paid volunteer hours and donation matching to benefit our communities 
• Employee Resource Groups that help you grow with us
• Fertility and family planning services  
• Up to 12-weeks of fully paid parental leave   
• Mental health care, including free counseling sessions:  
• We'll help you fund your learning journey with generous tuition reimbursement 
• Pet insurance discounts 
• And more! 

Be Your Best Self. Be Berkadia. 

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