Credit Underwriting

Weekday; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday is seeking an experienced Credit Underwriter for its education loan portfolio in India. You will evaluate applications, perform risk analysis and ensure compliance with lending policies.

You will drive the underwriting cycle from initial assessment to final approval and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize portfolio quality. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in credit underwriting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in credit scoring and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in credit underwriting.
• Strong grasp of credit analysis, risk assessment and loan structuring.
• Familiarity with credit scoring systems and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze creditworthiness of education loan applicants using internal and external data sources.
• Prepare detailed credit reports and recommendations for senior management approval.
• Evaluate income, employment and collateral documentation to ensure compliance with policies.
• Monitor delinquency trends and perform post-approval risk reviews.
• Collaborate with loan origination and servicing teams to streamline underwriting.
• Develop and maintain credit scoring models for education loan segments.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards in underwriting activities.
• Provide guidance and training to junior analysts on credit assessment techniques.
• Participate in portfolio reviews and capital adequacy assessments.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.

Skills

Credit underwriting

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Loan structuring

Credit scoring

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗄𝗱𝗮𝘆'𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗇𝘁𝘀

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗥𝘀 𝟭𝟱𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 - 𝗥𝘀 𝟱𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 (𝗶𝗲 𝗜𝗡𝗥 𝟭𝟱-𝟭𝟭 𝗟𝗣𝗔)

Experience: 8+ yrs

Location: Delhi, Pune, Hyderabad

As a Credit Underwriter, you will be responsible for evaluating and approving education loan applications, ensuring compliance with lending policies and risk guidelines. You will conduct thorough credit analysis, reviewing financial statements, income verification, and collateral documentation to determine borrower creditworthiness. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will manage the end-to-end underwriting cycle, from initial assessment to final approval decisions. Your expertise will help maintain portfolio quality while driving optimal approval rates for the education loan portfolio. Excellent analytical skills, strong communication, and a disciplined approach to risk will enable you to thrive in this dynamic, results-driven role.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze creditworthiness of education loan applicants using internal and external data sources
• Prepare detailed credit reports and recommendations for senior management approval
• Evaluate income, employment, and collateral documentation to ensure compliance with credit policies
• Monitor delinquency trends and perform post-approval risk reviews
• Collaborate with loan origination and servicing teams to streamline the underwriting process
• Develop and maintain credit scoring models specific to education loan segments
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance standards in all underwriting activities
• Provide guidance and training to junior analysts on credit assessment techniques
• Participate in portfolio reviews and capital adequacy assessments
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and automation

What Makes You a Great Fit

• 8+ years of experience in credit underwriting, preferably within the education loan sector
• Strong grasp of credit analysis, risk assessment, and loan structuring principles
• Proven ability to evaluate complex financial information and derive actionable insights
• Familiarity with credit scoring systems, regulatory requirements, and compliance frameworks
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments in a high-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and credit analysis software
• Demonstrated track record of maintaining high portfolio quality while achieving target metrics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Hindi
• Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and learning