Head of Agency Operations, Executive Director - Commercial Real Estate

We're expanding our Commercial Bank and Real Estate operations and are looking for an experienced professional in commercial real estate operations and GSE loans. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of a new business line within our industry-leading JPMorganChase commercial real estate platform.  Our Commercial Banking offers extensive industry knowledge, local expertise, global capabilities, and a comprehensive set of financial products and services to clients with annual revenue ranging from $20 million to $2 billion.

As an Executive Director - Commercial Real Estate in our Commercial Banking team, you will be responsible for leading the Agency Operations. Your role will involve expanding the capabilities of an existing operations team renowned for its exceptional loan servicing. You will work closely with business leaders, GSE stakeholders, and various teams to ensure operational excellence. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a new business line on our industry-leading JPMorganChase commercial real estate platform.

Job responsibilities

Serve as the Agency business process expert related to loan servicing Develop the future state operating model for servicing including asset management, investor reporting and loan servicingLead operational readiness work streams to drive alignment to the new modelLead the development of long-term scaling for the Agency and off-balance sheet portfolioBe the main point of contact for GSE stakeholders related to operational processes, reviews and auditsBuild a robust quality control program for the GSE portfolio and lead the oversight of quality controlLead servicing teams which perform origination and servicing activitiesWork closely with commercial real estate business functions on operational readiness matters to ensure that anticipated time frames are metPerform additional duties as assigned

 Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

10+ years of experience with servicing of Fannie Mae DUS and Freddie Mac Optigo loans Experience working for a major commercial real estate servicerExperience in working with GSE stakeholders related to loan servicing and experience participating in audits and certifications processAbility to interact favorably in person and on the telephone with government agency staff, and team membersKnowledge closing and servicing commercial real estate loans for multifamily housing Knowledge of investor reporting, Mortgage Industry Standards Maintenance Org (MISMO), and CREFC IRExcellent knowledge of mortgage products, financial services, lending, and real estate compliance in addition to loan servicing standards.  Knowledge of Affordable Housing Financing (when applicable)Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong organizational and execution skillsHighly motivated with strong work ethic and desire to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to work on various projects simultaneously.  Ability to work independently across various levels in the organizationAbility to travel domestically when required

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Bachelor’s degree is preferredStrategy software experience a plusCMBS, balance sheet, FHA/ VA, Ginnie Mae experience a plus