Executive Assistant

Department:

WDIP - Operations & Managements

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.

Department Overview

Walker & Dunlop Investment Partners (WDIP) is a real estate private equity firm that manages capital on behalf of endowments, foundations, pension plans, private funds, insurance companies, family offices, and high net worth individuals. WDIP invests debt and equity capital in value-added, opportunistic, distressed, and special situation transactions through a series of private funds, joint ventures, and separately managed accounts.

The Impact You Will Have

The dynamic nature of this role requires the Executive Assistant to be deeply imbedded in the management of the WDIP platform. The ideal candidate thrives as the 'go-to person,' leveraging their proactive problem-solving, excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong time management abilities to position themselves as an expert support resource. Reporting to the President and working closely with WDIP’s Senior Management Team, they will anticipate, and address team needs to drive business success. By organizing business activities, handling confidential information, and providing comprehensive administrative support, they will ensure the smooth operation and efficiency of the team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Expertly organize complex business activities, including meetings, conferences, and departmental events, with a focus on coordinating schedules for the WDIP Senior Management Team.
• Provide comprehensive day-to-day support to the WDIP Senior Management Team, ensuring business needs are efficiently met.
• Prepare a range of business documents, including general correspondence, memos, presentations, demonstrative materials, business plans, and the like; proofreads copy for spelling, grammar, and layout while making appropriate changes.
• Handle confidential and non-routine information while maintaining a high level of discretion.
• Engage in proactive communication and problem-solving with team members, clients, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with other executive assistants and provide cross-functional support as part of the administrative team.
• Fulfill any other responsibilities and duties as assigned in alignment with the evolving needs of the department and the organization.
• Promote Walker & Dunlop culture, decisions, and policies in all interactions and projects. Represent WDIP Senior Management Team with knowledge and integrity in communications and interactions with guests, external partners, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Attendance is generally required from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm local time, Monday through Friday, with the option to work remotely for up to two of those days.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Must have 5 - 7+ years of experience supporting executives in a corporate environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent attention to detail, judgment, flexibility and dependability. 
• Strong business sense and ability to prioritize work as well as to find solutions to various problems while prioritizing and managing deadlines. 
• Interest in or experience with Real Estate Finance. 
• High level of interpersonal skills and maturity to handle sensitive and confidential information. Position continually requires poise, tact, diplomacy and initiative. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. 
• Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes.
• Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders.

The hourly rate for this position is $40.87 with an estimated yearly salary of $85,000. 

We are accepting applications until September 16, 2024.

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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.

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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.