Executive Assistant

Department:

Capital Markets

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

As trusted advisors to our clients, Walker & Dunlop Capital Markets experts go beyond the economics of a deal — we align with our clients to achieve their goals and objectives. Whether we are placing debt or equity, we match our clients to financing sources uniquely suited to each transaction.
In 2022, Walker & Dunlop Capital Markets sourced over 1,000 loans totaling more than $25 billion in volume. This vast experience has made us a top advisor on all asset classes for many of the industry’s top developers, owners, and operators and a trusted resource for our capital providers.

The Impact You Will Have

The dynamic nature of this role requires the Executive Assistant to be deeply imbedded in the management of the New York City Capital Markets team. The ideal candidate thrives as the 'go-to person,' leveraging their proactive problem-solving, excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong time management abilities to position themselves as an expert support resource. Reporting to the Senior Managing Director and working closely with the New York City Capital Markets team, they will anticipate and address team needs to drive business success. By organizing business activities, handling confidential information, and providing comprehensive administrative support, they will ensure the smooth operation and efficiency of the team.  

Primary Responsibilities

• Helps organize complex business activities such as meetings, conferences, and departmental events.
• Supports day-to-day business needs for the Executives which includes but is not limited to being a liaison on behalf of the Executives with IT, all other departments within WD, external companies – clients, lenders, vendors, etc.
• Handles confidential and non-routine information and explains policies when necessary. 
• Coordinates high volume scheduling requests, travel and contacts for the Executives.
• Manages the calendars and expenses, and provides general office support including: word processing and proof reading. 
• Prepares general correspondence and business plans, etc. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar, and layout, making appropriate changes.  Responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy. 
• Maintains superior organization of highly confidential business, personal paperwork and personnel records. 
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Attendance is generally Monday through Friday in office each day.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Must have 5+ years of experience supporting executives in a corporate environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent attention to detail, judgment, flexibility and dependability. 
• Strong business sense and ability to prioritize work as well as to find solutions to various problems while prioritizing and managing deadlines. 
• Interest in or experience with Real Estate Finance. 
• High level of interpersonal skills and maturity to handle sensitive and confidential information. Position continually requires poise, tact, diplomacy and initiative. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. 
• 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

This position has an estimated hourly rate of 36.06 - $43.27 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. 

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What We Offer  

• The opportunity to join one of Fortune Magazine’s Great Places to Work winners from 2015-2023 

• Comprehensive benefit options* that have earned Walker & Dunlop the silver level of the 2022 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation™, some of which include:
    - Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
    - Competitive dental and vision benefits
    - 401(k) + match
    - Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
    - A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that
      promote health, engagement, and balance
    - Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
    - Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
    - Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending 

• Career development opportunities 

• Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching 

 
*Eligibility may vary based on average number of hours worked 

EEO Statement

We are committed to equity in all steps of the recruitment and employment experience. We believe in equal access to opportunities in our workplace.  We do not tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on any characteristic protected by applicable law, such as race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, and genetic information.  We strive to be a safe place to ask questions, build professional relationships, and develop careers.

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Fair Chance Hiring

Background checks, including any questions related to infractions, arrests, or conviction records, will not be conducted until after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. We will consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of arrest and conviction records, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.