Analyst - Freddie Mac Closing

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking an experienced real estate finance professional to review loan submissions for Freddie Mac compliance and assist transaction managers through closing. You will verify financials, real estate schedules, and due-diligence reports while coordinating across JLL teams and Freddie Mac stakeholders.

The role requires 3+ years in commercial real estate or finance, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in commercial real estate or finance.
• Compliance experience with Freddie Mac or similar loans is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate/Finance or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Review loan submissions for accuracy and Freddie Mac compliance.
• Oversee third-party vendor ordering and reporting on due diligence.
• Coordinate with lenders, analysts and transaction managers through closing.
• Perform credit checks and verify data uploads to Freddie Mac systems.
• Track deposits and closing costs and prepare reconciliation spreadsheets.
• Support Freddie Mac loan package submission, closing and purchase processes.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate/Finance

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Freddie Mac systems

Financial modeling tools

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Job Summary

This position will be primarily responsible for reviewing loan submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance with Freddie Mac Guidelines while assisting transaction managers in the closing process of deals.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and integrity of internal underwriting decisions and processes.
• Review loan submission material including but not limited to, financials, real estate schedules, property information and Freddie Mac forms, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee third party vendor ordering, tracking, and reviewing of reports inclusive of zoning, survey, property condition, appraisal, environmental, and engineering reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Interact with JLL Producers, Analyst, & Production Coordinators as well as JLL Clients on significant loan process matters, frequently requiring coordination across JLL & Freddie Mac organizational lines.
• Check all due diligence items received from borrowers to ensure that they meet Freddie Mac's requirements. This includes final verification that JLL analysts have properly uploaded data to Freddie Mac.
• This position will support the JLL Freddie Mac Senior Managing Director, Sr. Analyst, Transaction Managers and Closing Team through the entirety of the Freddie Mac loan package submission, JLL Loan Closing, and Freddie Mac Loan Purchase process.
• Executes credit checks on deal parties to ensure compliance to Bank, Agency and Federal regulations and guidelines.
• Track deal deposits and vendor payments while preparing reconciliation spreadsheets of all deposits and other closing costs in order to fund the loan at closing.
• Review organizational charts and run searches on borrower principals to include Google searches, Compliance searches and specific search on Freddie Mac system.
• Run and review crime on all properties and report findings to Transaction Managers.
• Be an expert on Freddie Mac's forms and commitments to include both populating and/ or proofing for JLL Analysts.
• Serving the Lender, Borrower and JLL producers and analysts by answering questions about the Freddie Mac Process and helping resolve issues that come up during the process.
• Reviewing property inspections and lease audits for accuracy and completeness.

Experience Required

3+ years of experience in commercial real estate and/or finance is a plus. Compliance experience in Freddie Mac or other commercial real estate loans is a plus. Must have excellent communication, organizational, grammatical and time- management skills. Must have an ability to be an independent worker with a team player attitude. Must be detailed, able to multitask and effectively prioritize work requests. Must be able to follow instructions and have follow- up skills. Must be able to work in a fast- paced, team- oriented environment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate/Finance or comparable experience. Appraisal experience a plus, as well as experience in commercial real estate and/or finance.

Computer Skills

Intermediate knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint Must be able to learn new systems/software easily.

Environment

Office – work with computers, copiers, and printers. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location

On-site – Houston, TX

Benefits

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth: JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
• At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities.
• Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.
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