Collateral Risk Analyst (Mortgage, MBS, Whole loan pricing)

Collateral Risk Analyst (Contract | Hybrid – San Francisco, CA) We are seeking a Collateral Risk Analyst to join a leading financial institution on a 6-month contract (potential for FTE conversion) . This role focuses on collateral modeling, loan valuation, and risk analytics , supporting key decision-making across mortgage portfolios. Key Responsibilities Produce analytics to determine member borrowing capacity and collateral valuation Manage quarterly valuation and risk analysis for residential & commercial mortgage collateral Integrate and validate 3rd-party pricing/vendor data Support and enhance haircut/margin and pricing methodologies Maintain and optimize collateral models and reporting processes Analyze large datasets to identify trends and support decision‑making Assist with model validation, reporting to senior leadership , and system/data mapping updates Provide support for member portal and collateral data issues Must-Have Skills 3+ years in mortgage portfolio analysis & risk management Strong knowledge of MBS and whole loan pricing & valuation concepts Proven experience handling large, complex datasets across platforms Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and SQL Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and data storytelling skills Nice to Have Experience with Polypaths, AFT, or mortgage market tools 5+ years of relevant experience Degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or related field #J-18808-Ljbffr