MF Counterparty Risk - Risk Analysis - Advisor

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Job Description

As a MF Counterparty Risk Analysis advisor, you will play a critical role in evaluating and managing the operational and compliance risks associated with MF Delegation, Underwriting and Servicing (DUS) Lenders. The advisor role will combine risk management expertise and relationship skills across MF to deliver insightful risk analysis, advise leadership on emerging exposures and strengthen the risk framework supporting the MF business. You will also contribute to strategic technology and infrastructure initiatives aimed to enhancing risk analytics and reporting capabilities.

Please note this is an in-office position based out of the Fannie Mae Washington, DC office.

The Impact You Will Make:

Counterparty Risk Assessments:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of DUS lenders and servicers including detailed operational performance reviews and compliance risk assessments.
• Review and evaluate counterparties' adherence to and compliance with MF DUS Guide and Program Rules requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Perform detailed due diligence on new counterparties as part of the approval and onboarding process.
• Provide clear recommendations and presentations to inform senior management regarding overall counterparty risk profiles.

• Perform ongoing monitoring of lender performance including operational and financial risks utilizing dashboards and risk indicators to identify emerging risks and trends.
• Assess the efficiency of operations, the robustness of risk management strategies, and the adequacy of internal controls implemented by DUS lenders.
• Recommend and track mitigation actions for elevated risk issues relating to counterparties.

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of compliance test protocols, policies, procedures and risk controls governing counterparty risk management.
• Participate in decision forums to present findings and provide detailed insights into Lender performance.
• Ensure alignment with Enterprise risk management standards and regulatory expectations.

• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent understanding of counterparty strength and risk exposures.
• Communicate key risk insights and provide feedback to Lenders to promote strong and sustainable lender relationships.
• Act as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on counterparty risk .
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• 6 years

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Experience in Multifamily or Commercial Real Estate Finance sector, including any agency expertise.
• Audit, Compliance risk analysis and Control testing.
• Designing Compliance test protocols.
• Data driven decision-making and reporting.
• Policy interpretation and risk governance support.
• Strategic and forward-looking thinking with a risk mindset.
• Stakeholder/Customer communication and influence.
• Continuous improvement and risk culture advocacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with high attention to detail.