Posted : Tuesday, August 13, 2024 05:31 PM
Department:
Affordable Housing | Equity - Legal
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.
We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives – they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.
W&D Affordable Equity is looking to add a corporate transactional attorney to its exceptional in house legal team.
We are looking for a candidate with at least 7 years of substantive experience who can assist with structuring, assisting with relevant diligence, documenting, and closing our Low Income Housing Tax Credit equity funds.
The successful candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment, providing effective counsel, while also making a contribution toward the development of affordable housing.
Experience with real estate fundraising and affordable housing is preferred, particularly projects financed with tax exempt bonds and/or Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
Education and Experience Transactional training at a major US law firm.
At least 7 years of experience as a corporate and securities attorney.
A Bachelor’s and Jurors Doctorate degree from a top tier law school is required.
Excellent transactional research and writing skills and attention to detail.
Ability to identify risks and propose alternative structures to mitigate risks.
Ability to handle multiple projects.
Excellent public presentation, strong communication skills to all levels of management and ability to work successfully in a critical team environment.
Knowledge and a working familiarity with Section 42 Low Income Housing Tax Credits, tax-exempt bonds, lending practices, title and survey review, and other real estate finance matters is preferred.
COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate effectiveness in the following key attributes to perform the essential functions of this position.
Excellent oral and written communication skills - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings including excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading abilities.
Ability to think critically and be creative with problem-solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information strategically Must possess exceptional interpersonal skills and must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and handle sensitive and confidential situations independently or on a team Strong analytical skills Attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness Highly motivated, self-starter who is dependable, detail-oriented and capable of working in a productive independent fashion, and function well in a team environment Strong work ethic (professionalism), initiative and pro-activeness and ability to work with minimal guidance and supervision Good judgment.
The individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions Planning/organizing.
The individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans Professional, upbeat, energetic, takes initiative, dependable, takes pride in work This position has an estimated base salary of $168,000.
00 - $210,000.
00 plus a discretionary bonus.
#LI-CR1 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 Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with employee resource groups organizing activities and providing a space for open communication 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.
SPAM Please be wary of recruitment scams.
An indication of a scam might be a request for sensitive or bank information at the time of application or emails coming from a non walkerdunlop.
com email address.
Please call us at 301.
215.
5500, if you have any concerns about information requested during or after the application process.
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.
We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives – they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.
W&D Affordable Equity is looking to add a corporate transactional attorney to its exceptional in house legal team.
We are looking for a candidate with at least 7 years of substantive experience who can assist with structuring, assisting with relevant diligence, documenting, and closing our Low Income Housing Tax Credit equity funds.
The successful candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment, providing effective counsel, while also making a contribution toward the development of affordable housing.
Experience with real estate fundraising and affordable housing is preferred, particularly projects financed with tax exempt bonds and/or Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
Education and Experience Transactional training at a major US law firm.
At least 7 years of experience as a corporate and securities attorney.
A Bachelor’s and Jurors Doctorate degree from a top tier law school is required.
Excellent transactional research and writing skills and attention to detail.
Ability to identify risks and propose alternative structures to mitigate risks.
Ability to handle multiple projects.
Excellent public presentation, strong communication skills to all levels of management and ability to work successfully in a critical team environment.
Knowledge and a working familiarity with Section 42 Low Income Housing Tax Credits, tax-exempt bonds, lending practices, title and survey review, and other real estate finance matters is preferred.
COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate effectiveness in the following key attributes to perform the essential functions of this position.
Excellent oral and written communication skills - the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations, demonstrates group presentation skills and conducts meetings including excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading abilities.
Ability to think critically and be creative with problem-solving - the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information strategically Must possess exceptional interpersonal skills and must be able to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization and handle sensitive and confidential situations independently or on a team Strong analytical skills Attention to detail, accuracy and thoroughness Highly motivated, self-starter who is dependable, detail-oriented and capable of working in a productive independent fashion, and function well in a team environment Strong work ethic (professionalism), initiative and pro-activeness and ability to work with minimal guidance and supervision Good judgment.
The individual displays willingness to make decisions, exhibits sound and accurate judgment and makes timely decisions Planning/organizing.
The individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans Professional, upbeat, energetic, takes initiative, dependable, takes pride in work This position has an estimated base salary of $168,000.
00 - $210,000.
00 plus a discretionary bonus.
#LI-CR1 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 Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with employee resource groups organizing activities and providing a space for open communication 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.
SPAM Please be wary of recruitment scams.
An indication of a scam might be a request for sensitive or bank information at the time of application or emails coming from a non walkerdunlop.
com email address.
Please call us at 301.
215.
5500, if you have any concerns about information requested during or after the application process.
• Phone : (301) 215-5500
• Location : Calabasas, CA
• Post ID: 9023789375