Analyst - Asset Management

Department: Asset Management

Location: Bloomington, MN

Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 / year

Description

Asset Management is seeking an entry-level analyst to work with the head of Servicing Analytics. The ideal candidate will have experience in fixed income mortgage portfolio management and asset management, combined with the ability to analyze datasets, automate processes, develop initial models in Excel using VBA, and develop dashboards in PowerBi.

Applicants must possess a fundamental understanding of mortgage finance, strong analytical capabilities, proficiency in programming concepts, SQL and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

This position follows a hybrid work schedule and requires working onsite at our Bloomington, MN office up to three days a week.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Develop interactive dashboards and reports using SQL, Excel VBA, Power BI, or other BI tools.
• Monitor default loan performance and ensure milestone tracking and cost mitigation.
• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets to identify trends and insights.
• Design and maintain automated reporting processes.
• Interpret data to support business decisions and drive improvements.

VBA & Automation

• Write and optimize VBA scripts to automate repetitive tasks.
• Develop macros and custom functions to improve Excel-based reporting tools.
• Maintain and troubleshoot existing VBA applications.

Business Intelligence & Process Improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop analytical solutions.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Conduct user acceptance testing for process enhancements.
• Identify and implement process improvements through automation.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business Administration with a concentration in finance preferred).
• Exposure to or hands-on experience with Visual Basic programming, SQL, and data automation projects (can include academic or internship work).
• 1+ year of experience as a Data Analyst, Business Analyst, or internship/entry-level role in fixed income or mortgage finance preferred.
• Recent graduates with strong technical skills and a demonstrated interest in mortgage or finance are encouraged to apply.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and translate into actionable insights.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of VBA, SQL, Excel, and Power BI.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy in data analysis and report development.
• Process Improvement: Identifying inefficiencies and implementing automation solutions.
• Communication: Clear, effective interaction with stakeholders across teams.
• Collaboration: Working cross-functionally to meet organizational goals.

How This Role Demonstrates Our Values:

• Integrity: Ensures accurate, ethical use of data and maintains confidentiality.
• Collaboration: Works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver business solutions.
• Excellence: Produces high-quality analyses and tools that drive operational improvements.
• Critical Curiosity: Proactively seeks new data insights and challenges current processes to enhance performance.
  
  

Benefits

• Great compensation package
• Attractive benefits plans and paid time off
• 401(k) w/ company matching
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much more!

Successful applicants will exemplify strong ethics, integrity, respect for others, accountability for decisions and actions, and good citizenship.

Maintaining a reliable, uninterrupted high speed internet connection is a requirement of hybrid or remote positions.

All job duties and responsibilities must be performed within the guidelines of the Verus Residential Mortgage Employee Handbook and established company policies and procedures. It is the responsibility of each employee to maintain confidentiality of the company, its clients and to follow applicable laws and regulations in the performance of duties.

Verus Mortgage Capital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are welcomed to apply and will receive consideration for employment without unlawful discrimination because of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, marital status, sex, age, or sexual orientation, or because of a person’s disability or medical condition.