Credit & Risk Analyst - Real Estate Lending

MM Lending is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Credit & Risk Analyst to lead and strengthen the company’s underwriting and portfolio risk management functions. This role is designed for someone who thrives in structured environments, applies disciplined decision-making, and relies on data, evidence, and process to guide conclusions. As the company continues to scale its residential fix-and-flip lending platform, this individual will serve as a central authority in credit quality, risk evaluation, and portfolio integrity , ensuring that growth is achieved through controlled, methodical, and well-documented underwriting practices . This is a hands-on, analytical role requiring independent judgment across borrower capability, renovation feasibility, collateral valuation, and market risk dynamics. Key Responsibilities Borrower Credit & Experience Analysis Lead all borrower pre-approval underwriting with a structured, evidence-based approach. Evaluate historical flip projects for: Renovation quality and execution consistency Timeline adherence and budget discipline Pricing strategy alignment with market conditions Verify borrower ownership, operational involvement, and decision-making authority. Conduct detailed financial reviews including liquidity, creditworthiness, and leverage. Produce clear, written risk assessments with defensible conclusions. Apply and enforce consistent qualification standards and experience tiers. Collateral & Rehabilitation Risk Evaluation Analyze Scope of Work and budgets for feasibility, completeness, and alignment with ARV assumptions. Evaluate structural complexity, including: Foundation work, additions, layout modifications Mechanical systems, environmental considerations, permitting risks Assess alignment between borrower capability and project difficulty. Critically review appraisals, assumptions, and comparable sales data. Evaluate neighborhood-level risk including liquidity, absorption rates, and market stability. Approve loans within delegated authority using consistent underwriting frameworks. Identify, document, and escalate exceptions with supporting rationale. Monitor borrower-level exposure, concentration risk, and project stacking. Apply structured limits tied to borrower performance and capacity. Evaluate borrowers at scaling stages before approving additional exposure. Recommend restrictions or reductions in approvals based on deteriorating risk indicators. DSCR Loan Oversight & Compliance Ensure complete, accurate, and compliant loan files aligned with investor guidelines. Validate documentation integrity, reserve calculations, and eligibility criteria. Maintain strict adherence to sellability and repurchase risk standards. Identify inconsistencies and proactively resolve file deficiencies. Participate in and progressively lead monthly portfolio risk reviews. Monitor loan performance using structured grading systems (1–5 scale). Maintain and manage a watchlist of underperforming or elevated-risk assets. Track borrower concentration and systemic risk trends. Deliver clear, data-driven quarterly risk reports to executive leadership. This role is ideal for individuals who: Are highly detail-oriented, methodical, and analytical Prefer structured environments, defined processes, and clear standards Make decisions based on data, evidence, and logic—not emotion Are risk-aware and naturally cautious, prioritizing accuracy over speed Thrive in independent roles requiring deep focus and technical expertise Communicate in a clear, precise, and factual manner Are comfortable challenging assumptions and declining marginal opportunities Qualifications Required 5–10 years of experience in: Construction or renovation lending Strong understanding of: Residential renovation processes and risks Collateral valuation and underwriting fundamentals Demonstrated ability to analyze complex scenarios and produce written risk assessments High level of independent judgment and decision-making discipline Strong organizational and documentation skills Preferred Direct experience in fix-and-flip or value-add real estate lending Exposure to renovation budgeting and project execution Experience operating in entrepreneurial or non-institutional lending environments Familiarity with loan grading systems and portfolio risk frameworks Organizational Structure Reports directly to the President No direct reports initially Positioned as a credit leadership track role Delegated approval authority will expand based on performance and demonstrated judgment Why This Role This is an opportunity to build and refine a disciplined credit function within a growing lending platform, where your analytical rigor and risk judgment will directly shape portfolio performance and long-term company success. #J-18808-Ljbffr HR Power 10