Manager, Risk Management

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Bethesda, MD, USAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
Req-1793
** Department:
** Risk Management We 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
** Walker & Dunlop’s Enterprise Risk Management team is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that could impact the Company’s operations, reputation, or financial stability. By helping the Company proactively manage risk, the Enterprise Risk Management team plays a crucial role in safeguarding the organization's assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making.
** The Impact You Will Have
** The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge and understanding of multifamily commercial real estate lending and servicing and experience in performing risk assessments. Risk Managers must be critical thinkers with a keen interest in identifying risk, developing and implementing mitigation strategies, and fostering a culture of proactive risk awareness across departments.  This individual will work closely with senior leadership and various departments to ensure that risk management strategies are aligned with organizational goals and industry best practices.
** Primary Responsibilities
*** Lead efforts to identify, assess, and evaluate potential risks that could impact the organization, including financial, operational, regulatory, strategic, and reputational risks.
* Conduct risk assessments, analyze data, and present findings to the Chief Risk Officer (CRO).
* Continuously monitor and assess emerging risks, both internally and externally.
* Develop, implement, and update risk management policies and procedures to mitigate identified risks.
* Collaborate with the CRO and department heads to create tailored risk management plans.
* Prepare detailed risk reports for senior management and the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board of Directors.
* Lead the implementation and ongoing maintenance of risk management software.
* Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, decisions made, and actions taken.
* Act as a key advisor to senior management on risk-related matters and decision-making.
* Help ensure that all employees understand their roles in risk management and adhering to risk management protocols.
* 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
** Education and Experience
*** BS / BA required; degree in Finance, Risk Management, or a related field preferred.
* Proven experience (5+ years) in risk management, audit, or related roles.
* Financial services experience preferred.
** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

*** Strong knowledge of risk management methodologies, tools, and software.
* Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess and interpret complex risk data.
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information to senior leadership.
* Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
* Identifies new ways to approach existing processes and maintains an ownership approach to problem-solving.

This position has an estimated base salary of $95,000 - $120,000 plus discretionary production incentives. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.#LI-CR1#LI
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** What We Offer*
* * The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from
* Comprehensive benefit options  that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation,…