Associate, Valuations

Walker & Dunlop•Salt Lake City, UT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. Apprise by Walker & Dunlop, a wholly owned subsidiary of W&D, changes how our clients are served and delivers an elevated valuations experience. We drive faster, better valuation decisions and add value at every step of a deal. We combine industry-leading multifamily underwriting experience, data science, and analytics technology prowess. Our platform leverages the skills of the most trusted MAI-designated valuation experts in the U.S. and we are actively developing the appraisal tools of the future. The next generation of valuations experts manifests within Apprise, adopting and driving technology to become the nation's largest multifamily valuations company, while providing valuations service for many other specialties and sectors. As an Apprise Associate, you will apply your commercial real estate valuation knowledge to support the successful execution of appraisal engagements from initial analysis through report completion. You will partner closely with appraisers to evaluate market and property information, contribute to valuation analyses, and help deliver high-quality appraisal reports. Success in this role is achieved through sound analytical judgment, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality, accuracy, and client service. You will collaborate with appraisers, analysts, clients, vendors, and cross-functional partners to deliver timely, reliable valuation solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree preferred in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Business, or a related field.
4+ years of experience in commercial or multifamily real estate valuation, underwriting, financial analysis, appraisal, or a related field preferred.
Active Appraiser Trainee license in good standing preferred.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Strong analytical and financial analysis skills with the ability to interpret commercial real estate market and property data and apply valuation methodologies.
Strong working knowledge of commercial real estate research platforms, including CoStar, RealPage, Yardi, REIS, ESRI, or similar tools.
Working knowledge of commercial appraisal principles, valuation methodologies, and applicable industry standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate analytical findings effectively to a variety of stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, independently manage complex analytical assignments, and contribute to valuation conclusions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to mentor and develop less experienced team members while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Interest in commercial real estate, PropTech, and emerging valuation technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data science, statistics, software programming, or financial modeling is a plus.

Responsibilities

Apply commercial appraisal methodologies, market analysis, and financial analysis to support valuation analyses and appraisal conclusions.
Analyze market trends, property characteristics, operating performance, comparable sales, rental data, and other valuation inputs to support appraisal analyses and conclusions.
Evaluate property-specific financial due diligence materials, including income and expense statements, rent rolls, purchase and sale agreements, offering memoranda, development budgets, and other supporting documentation.
Interpret market, financial, and property information to develop credible analyses that support appraisal reports and valuation recommendations.
Partner closely with appraisers throughout the appraisal process to evaluate data, resolve analytical questions, and support valuation conclusions.
Review research and preliminary analyses completed by Analysts and Senior Analysts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and consistency before incorporation into appraisal reports.
Support complex appraisal assignments across multiple property types, geographic markets, and transaction structures.
Identify opportunities to improve appraisal processes, analytical approaches, and valuation tools that enhance quality and efficiency.
Coordinate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to obtain information, resolve issues, and support successful engagement execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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
Career development opportunities
Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching