Job Description

Division 

The Loan Management group resides within the Global Banking and Markets segment and supports the Mortgage Trading Desk. Trade Management group within Loan Management is responsible for directing and facilitating due diligence (at both the deal and asset levels) for the acquisition and sale/securitization of residential loan portfolios and ensuring completion of transaction closing requirements. Post trade settlement Loan management is also responsible for the asset management and facilitation of the portfolio’s strategies including interacting with third party vendors to manage assets. 

The Collateral Analyst is responsible for reviewing collateral documentation for accuracy and adherence to requirements, assisting in due diligence for the acquisition and sale or securitization of residential loan portfolios and conducting collateral reviews on Goldman Sachs’ third‐party vendor partners.

Responsibilities 

• Perform critical document reviews including Security instruments, Assignment of mortgages, title policies, modifications/CEMAs, bailee letters, lost note affidavits, endorsement chains etc.for accuracy and compliance with loan and trade level requirements 
• Analyze property reports, vendor reports, custodian reports and images to identify assignment chain breaks or deficiencies 
• Determine and carry out curative measures required on identified deficiencies through issue resolution 
• Perform research to locate images or originals of collateral docs and route to the appropriate party 
• Ensuring loans are transferred (MERS/Assignment) to or from Goldman entity within stipulated me of trade settlement 
• Analyze vendor reporting to identify trends, aging and deficiencies and facilitate escalation until issues are resolved; issue final reports identifying risk/significant issues, resolutions, financial impact, etc 
• Document and maintain quality notes and accurate summaries on all loan collateral reviews 
• Extensively work with different counter par es and custodian to clear any open exceptions/issues at loan level or deal level 
• Maintain accurate reporting of exceptions and reconcile data to maintain data integrity 
• Actively participate in system/technology related projects (e.g., assist IT/System Administration with design, analysis, testing, and implementation aspects of enhancements made to the system) 
• Support other departments with servicing related research (Reporting and Analytics, Asset Management, Repurchase Team, Transaction Management, and Trade Desk Support) 
• Ensure departmental and corporate guidelines are followed, and objectives are achieved 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Requirements 

• Minimum of 3‐7 years of experience in US residential mortgage collateral documents review.
• Having post close loan review experience is highly beneficial.
• Advanced proficiencies in MS Excel, Word and Outlook 
• Independent thinker and strong communicator who will be proactive, assertive and professional in dealing with internal/external stake holders, third‐party vendor partners, other Loan Management departments, and senior managers 
• Knowledge of US mortgage collateral or custodial process with thorough knowledge of all collateral document requirements for private whole loan and GSE sales / purchases is highly beneficial 
• Strong verbal and written communications skills 
• Ability to handle a challenging, fast‐paced environment and aggressive deadlines with minimum supervision; successfully meet established project requirements and deadlines 
• Capable of recommending modifications to existing policies/procedures to control risk and improve performance/efficiencies 
• Outstanding analytic, organization and project management skills 
• Self‐confidence, good judgment, sound decision making and problem‐solving skills 
• Excellent decision‐making and strong analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention on to detail and flexibility 
• Ensure that quality work product is maintained in a trade‐based and me sensitive environment

About Goldman Sachs

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. 

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers. 

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