Colliers International Valuation & Advisory Services
Underwriting Analyst HUDFHA
Colliers International Valuation & Advisory Services, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
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At Colliers its not our success that sets us apart its how we achieve it. Our people are passionate take ownership and always do whats right for our clients people and communities.
Why Colliers Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.
Colliers is seeking an Underwriting Analyst to support our HUD / FHA underwriting team. Analysts in this role will assist our senior underwriting team from pre‑underwriting analysis through the completion of the final Underwriters Narrative including conducting in depth financial analysis identifying strengths and weaknesses of prospective multifamily loans and presenting their findings to our internal Loan Committee and Firm Application submissions to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the HUD / FHA underwriting team in completing the prospective loan narrative and updating financial model with rent rolls budgets operating statements and third‑party report conclusions
Collaborate with the underwriting production and closing teams to determine deal timelines and identify challenges to prospective loans
Support the underwriting team in the credit review of prospective loans
Perform in‑person property / site inspections and complete lease audits verifying property operations
Conduct market research to evaluate comparable properties and local market trends utilizing tools such as CoStar and various third‑party appraisal reports
Evaluate the strengths weaknesses and mitigants of prospective loans while developing and maintaining a strong understanding of the HUD / FHA Multifamily Accelerated Processing and Office of Residential Care Facilities program guidelines
Recognizing and analyzing industry trends including current economic conditions interest rate environment and demographic trends
Coordinate and compile Loan Committee packages and Pre‑Application / Firm Application submissions
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelors Degree in Real Estate Finance Business Accounting Economics or related field required by end of December 2025 (Spring 2026 graduates will not be considered for this role)
Familiarity with HUD / FHA MAP or GSE / Fannie Mae DUS multifamily underwriting guidelines desired but not a requirement
Foundational understanding of Commercial Real Estate financing gained through successful completion of Real Estate focused coursework internships extracurricular activities or professional experience preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required advanced financial and data manipulation functions in Microsoft Excel preferred
Ability to review and analyze complex financial documents
Broad intellectual curiosity including the ability and desire to grow professionally
JOB EXPECTATIONS
Monthly domestic travel is required for this position
This is a full‑time position. Regular and reliable attendance at our Downtown Minneapolis office is required.
BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families including medical and dental plan; 401k plan including company matching; firm funded life and disability insurance.
Compensation Approximate salary range for this role: $60,000 – $70,000 annually. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus.
Location Minneapolis, MN
Equal Opportunity Statement Colliers provides equal employment opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race creed origin marital status sexual orientation age or veteran or disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre‑employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact us.
Apply Now Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.
Direct applicants only please no agencies.
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At Colliers its not our success that sets us apart its how we achieve it. Our people are passionate take ownership and always do whats right for our clients people and communities.
Why Colliers Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.
Colliers is seeking an Underwriting Analyst to support our HUD / FHA underwriting team. Analysts in this role will assist our senior underwriting team from pre‑underwriting analysis through the completion of the final Underwriters Narrative including conducting in depth financial analysis identifying strengths and weaknesses of prospective multifamily loans and presenting their findings to our internal Loan Committee and Firm Application submissions to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the HUD / FHA underwriting team in completing the prospective loan narrative and updating financial model with rent rolls budgets operating statements and third‑party report conclusions
Collaborate with the underwriting production and closing teams to determine deal timelines and identify challenges to prospective loans
Support the underwriting team in the credit review of prospective loans
Perform in‑person property / site inspections and complete lease audits verifying property operations
Conduct market research to evaluate comparable properties and local market trends utilizing tools such as CoStar and various third‑party appraisal reports
Evaluate the strengths weaknesses and mitigants of prospective loans while developing and maintaining a strong understanding of the HUD / FHA Multifamily Accelerated Processing and Office of Residential Care Facilities program guidelines
Recognizing and analyzing industry trends including current economic conditions interest rate environment and demographic trends
Coordinate and compile Loan Committee packages and Pre‑Application / Firm Application submissions
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelors Degree in Real Estate Finance Business Accounting Economics or related field required by end of December 2025 (Spring 2026 graduates will not be considered for this role)
Familiarity with HUD / FHA MAP or GSE / Fannie Mae DUS multifamily underwriting guidelines desired but not a requirement
Foundational understanding of Commercial Real Estate financing gained through successful completion of Real Estate focused coursework internships extracurricular activities or professional experience preferred
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required
Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required advanced financial and data manipulation functions in Microsoft Excel preferred
Ability to review and analyze complex financial documents
Broad intellectual curiosity including the ability and desire to grow professionally
JOB EXPECTATIONS
Monthly domestic travel is required for this position
This is a full‑time position. Regular and reliable attendance at our Downtown Minneapolis office is required.
BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families including medical and dental plan; 401k plan including company matching; firm funded life and disability insurance.
Compensation Approximate salary range for this role: $60,000 – $70,000 annually. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus.
Location Minneapolis, MN
Equal Opportunity Statement Colliers provides equal employment opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race creed origin marital status sexual orientation age or veteran or disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre‑employment testing a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact us.
Apply Now Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.
Direct applicants only please no agencies.
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