[Hiring] Secondary Marketing Analyst - Analytics @Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Role Description

Join our Secondary Marketing team as a Secondary Marketing Analyst - Analytics. This role supports the management of interest rate risk across the mortgage pipeline through quantitative analysis, pricing support, market research, and reporting. The analyst will work closely with capital markets and secondary marketing functions to deliver insights that support profitability, pricing strategies, and risk management initiatives. This position is fully remote and offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, data-driven environment focused on mortgage capital markets, analytics, and operational excellence.

• Review and calculate daily loan pricing using internal pricing models while adhering to company guidelines and profitability objectives.
• Provide pricing and transactional support for agency co-issue transactions, specified pools, and the issuance of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae securities.
• Support loan servicing activities, including servicing-retained, servicing-released, and correspondent bulk sale transactions.
• Configure and maintain secondary marketing systems, including investor pricing, valuation models, eligibility requirements, and risk adjustments.
• Develop and enhance pricing tools and models used for best-execution analysis and profitability optimization.
• Assist with strategic secondary marketing initiatives, product development efforts, and process improvement projects.
• Analyze pull-through performance and update system configurations to reflect market and portfolio trends.
• Support daily trading activities through analytical reporting, documentation, and data validation.
• Identify opportunities to improve analytical models, technology platforms, databases, and operational processes.
• Help manage relationships with broker-dealers, correspondent partners, investors, and third-party vendors.
• Prepare ad hoc reporting and business analysis for management and stakeholders.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members and business partners to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive work environment built on respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables.
• Experience using SQL Server Management Studio or similar database querying tools.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of mortgage pricing methodologies and interest rate risk management concepts.
• VBA programming experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• One or more years of experience in Secondary Marketing, Capital Markets, mortgage analytics, or a related area.
• Understanding of mortgage-backed securities, capital markets, and mortgage industry fundamentals.
• Experience with quantitative analysis and pricing models is preferred.
• Interest in or exposure to MBS trading, pipeline hedging, or mortgage risk management is a plus.
• Progress toward, or completion of, professional designations such as CFA or FRM is beneficial but not required.

Company Description

Fairway Home Mortgage, founded in 1996, is a nationwide leader in the mortgage industry. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do. We deliver personalized loan solutions with some of the fastest turn times in the industry. Our mission is to act as trusted advisors, guiding clients through every step of the mortgage process to exceed expectations and ensure satisfaction.

Our culture promotes innovation, growth, and collaboration, offering exciting career paths and professional development. Whether you're starting out or advancing your career, Fairway is a place where your skills and ambitions can thrive.