Appraisal Contract Coordinator - Remote CT, NJ, NY or PA

Santander Bank • Albany, NY

296d • $58,125 - $102,500 • Remote

About The Position

The Appraisal Contract Coordinator - (Senior Analyst, Portfolio Management Oversight) reviews, analyzes, evaluates, or renders risk-based processing and reporting to reduce operating losses and maintain maximum protection of the organization's assets and services. This individual will be supporting the second line of defense (2nd LoD) and recommends opportunities and proposes resolutions for improved efficiency, effectiveness, and risk minimization. Ideal Candidate will ensure smooth operations by managing appraisal orders, tracking status updates, and acting as a liaison between appraisers, clients, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years within Finance or Banking.
• Demonstrated practical and theoretical knowledge of risk principles, concepts, and policies.
• Strong quantitative capabilities and analytical skills, including an investigative mindset.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and Outlook) skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and foster internal relationships.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of appraisal assignments, which may include preparation of an engagement letter, gathering and forwarding all information to be provided to appraisers, and notification of Relationship Managers of any delays in the appraisal process.
• Ensures adherence to the policies and procedures established by the company.
• Manages policy, standard definition and monitoring of policy, standard implementation, ensuring harmonization and consistency of risk policies.
• Monitors and manages risk/exposure and compliance with the company's policies.
• Identifies, manages, and reports on the company's risk areas.
• Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of data, document retention, and monitors systems.
• Analyzes trends in risk data and escalates developments according to company policy and procedures for risk escalations.
• Shares insight to causes of risk indicators and proposes recommendations to resolve or mitigate identified risks with team.
• Reviews identified risks and liabilities; informs and recommends resolutions with business lines to mitigate risk potential.
• Assists in processing risk assessments by analyzing risk data and identifying any plausible risks affecting the business and operations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree