Job Description
Research and Securities – Banking
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
Founded in 2007, Zelman & Associates is the leading institutional research advisory and investment banking firm dedicated exclusively to the U.S. housing industry. Zelman provides distinguished institutional research and investment banking capabilities with the highest levels of client service, trust, sophistication, and credibility unique to the housing, institutional research, and investment banking industries. Zelman is a majority-owned subsidiary of Walker & Dunlop.
Role
Zelman & Associates is seeking an Experienced Investment Banking Analyst to work directly with senior origination and execution executives.
Primary Responsibilities
Support origination and execution of M&A and other corporate finance transactions
Support origination and execution of equity and debt financings
Support transaction execution including modeling, drafting marketing materials, and due diligence
Maintain the high standards of industry-leading client service and execution that Zelman has developed a reputation for consistently delivering
Develop strong relationships with internal departments to maximize firm-wide success and profitability
Perform other duties as assigned
Education And Experience
Undergraduate degree in finance
At least one year of investment banking or private equity experience at a recognized firm
Academic excellence
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strong understanding of accounting, corporate finance, and capital markets principles
Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and valuation techniques, including DCF, LBO, and comparable company analysis
Outstanding analytical capabilities; organizational discipline; attention to detail
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills
Creativity and entrepreneurial spirit
Highly competitive; self-starter; ambitious; team-oriented
Ability to show ownership of your work, proactively take on challenges and pursue growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes
Strong learning orientation. Take ownership of personal development through active participation in training and career development
Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders
Embodiment of the Walker Way in approach to work: caring, collaborative, tenacious, driven and insightful
This position has an estimated base salary of $100,000 - $115,000 plus discretionary bonus. An employment offer is based on the applicant’s relevant work experience, applicable knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
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.
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Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Finance and Sales
Industries Financial Services