Lending Assistant

Learn real estate and affordable housing finance working for a dynamic mission-driven organization!

The Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP), a non-profit public agency, is a national leader in affordable housing finance and a primary lender in Massachusetts for the financing of affordable and mixed-income rental housing.  MHP has over $1.2 billion in credit lines from Massachusetts banks and is an approved Fannie Mae affordable multifamily lender and an FHA Risk-Sharing Program and MAP lender.  MHP-financed properties include mixed-income developments for families, single-room occupancy housing, assisted living and other facilities serving the elderly, and properties serving special needs populations.  MHP's borrowers range from small non-profit and for-profit developers to some of the largest and most sophisticated developers in the Northeast. With a rapidly growing portfolio of multifamily loans, we are seeking an individual with strong organizational, Word, Excel, and database skills to join our lending team.      

Responsibilities:   The Lending Assistant will provide direct administrative, analytical, and technical support to the lending team working collaboratively with existing administrative staff.  Responsibilities will include helping to manage the loan funding process with MHP’s banks, Fannie Mae and FHA, maintaining MHP’s lending databases, providing underwriting support for the loan officers, preparing credit analyses for distribution to MHP’s loan committee and board of directors, tracking goals performance, and providing additional administrative and technical support to the lending team. 

Qualifications:   The ideal candidate will have advanced computer skills using Microsoft Word and Excel, experience with database management and reporting, strong organizational, writing and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.  Previous experience or a demonstrated interest in affordable housing is a plus.  Bachelor's degree is preferred. 

Salary:  Commensurate with experience.  MHP provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, dental, and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a public transportation benefit, and a fully vested employer-matched retirement plan.  Excellent team-oriented work environment.  MHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.