Structured Finance Lead - Financial Services Risk

GDS FS RISK - STRUCTURED FINANCE LEAD At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Job Description Job Name GDS FS Risk – Structured Finance Lead Position Summary We are seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to join our leadership team. In this role, you will: Oversee and guide multiple engagement teams Manage a sophisticated and diverse portfolio of clients Drive the successful delivery of high-impact professional services across structured finance products, primarily Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) transactions The ideal candidate will: Provide executive-level stewardship on strategic and global priority accounts Champion business development initiatives Cultivate long-term client relationships to accelerate growth and strengthen market presence Essential Functions of the Job Provide executive oversight of transactions across structured finance products to ensure clients successfully execute securitization transactions Serve as a senior liaison to front-office investment banking clients, fostering high-trust relationships through executive-level interactions and strategic guidance Oversee loan document and data review processes, ensuring accuracy of loan files, data tape recalculations, and exception reporting Direct the creation and validation of collateral stratification tables to evaluate loan pool characteristics Review and sign off on offering documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and industry standards Manage competing workstreams and provide decisive leadership under tight deadlines Identify and escalate critical issues with clear communication to senior leadership and clients Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture Contribute across Structured Finance Group services including ABS, CMBS, CLO, and VAP (due diligence, cash flow modeling, recalculations, etc.) Leadership & Business Development Drive business development strategy, identifying opportunities and expanding service offerings Build long-term client relationships and strengthen professional networks across CMBS products Lead multidisciplinary teams (staff to senior managers) to deliver high-quality structured product analyses Technical & Transaction Expertise Interpret complex transaction documentation (prospectuses, indentures, term sheets, offering documents) Assess structural features including collateral, waterfalls, triggers, hedges, and loss allocation Maintain expertise in market trends, regulatory changes, and structured finance developments Oversee preparation of engagement letters, proposals, and AUP reports Ensure accuracy in due diligence, modeling, and audit procedures People Leadership & Coaching Provide continuous coaching and mentorship Deliver constructive feedback and support professional development Foster a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing team environment Analytical / Decision-Making Responsibilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail Ability to quickly interpret new information and adapt to evolving needs Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to influence senior stakeholders and clients Education & Experience Advanced degree (Master’s/MBA or equivalent) 15–20 years of experience in structured finance, securitization, or FS risk consulting Deep specialization in CMBS and related structured products Proven leadership experience in consulting firms or financial institutions Expertise across CMBS lifecycle (due diligence, modeling, documentation, regulatory aspects) Strong business development and client management track record Experience leading large teams (100+ professionals) with a focus on quality and talent development Knowledge and Skills Requirements As an Executive Director, you are expected to demonstrate: Exceptional leadership presence Strong strategic thinking Ability to cultivate trusted client relationships Capability to inspire high-performing teams High integrity and commitment to quality delivery EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. Experience Level Senior Level