Auto - Underwriter III

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is seeking an Underwriter III in Auto Finance based in Tempe, Arizona. This role involves reviewing credit applications, structuring decisions to optimize profit, and processing automobile applications while meeting business metrics.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of credit auto experience, proficiency in credit decisioning, and superior analytical skills. This position offers a hybrid work schedule with three days in-office and two days remote.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in credit auto.
• Experience reviewing credit bureau reports.
• Comprehensive knowledge of indirect loans and bank products.
• Expert knowledge of credit philosophy and related legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Review credit applications and make decisions per policy requirements.
• Assist daily operations by reviewing policy and pricing exceptions.
• Structure decisions to optimize profit.
• Process automobile applications focusing on response time and quality.

Skills

Credit decisioning

Analytical skills

Written communication

Leadership skills

Job description

Chase Auto, a prominent provider of auto financing, manages a portfolio exceeding $80 billion in assets and collaborates with 75% of U.S. franchised automotive dealers. As part of the JPMorgan Chase franchise, Chase Auto serves auto dealers, consumers, and vehicle manufacturers, offering a comprehensive range of financial products and services, including retail lending, captive financing, floorplan products, cash management, private banking, and payment processing.

As an Underwriter III in Auto Finance, you will play a crucial role in reviewing policy and pricing exceptions and supporting daily operations. Your responsibilities will include structuring decisions to optimize profit and strengthen relationships, processing automobile applications with a focus on response time, application volume, and approval quality. You will aim to meet or exceed targets for return on equity (ROE), volume, conversion ratios, and other business metrics. Additionally, you will initiate sales calls, prepare written follow-ups when necessary, and provide prompt, accurate responses to both internal and external customer inquiries.

Job responsibilities

• Review credit applications and make credit decisions in compliance with credit policy requirements and regulations.
• Assist in daily operations by reviewing policy and pricing exceptions.
• Structure decisions to maximize profit and enhance relationships.
• Process automobile applications, emphasizing response time, application volume, and approval quality.
• Meet or exceed targets for ROE, volume, conversion ratios, and other business metrics.
• Initiate sales calls and prepare written follow-ups as needed.
• Provide prompt, accurate responses to customer inquiries.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in credit auto.
• Experience reviewing credit bureau reports.
• Proficiency in credit decisioning and a solid understanding of consumer credit and relevant federal and state regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of indirect loan, refinance, direct and lease programs, bank products, and services.
• Expert knowledge of credit philosophy, policies, loan documentation, and related legal issues.
• Thorough understanding of the bank's policies, procedures, products, and inherent risks.
• Superior analytical skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Results-oriented with high personal initiative and proven leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience in sales and/or leasing.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective teamwork with diverse stakeholders.Demonstrate judgment and decisiveness.

Work Schedule

This position is hybrid, requiring 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Scheduled hours are set to support operations from 9 AM to 8 PM Pacific Time, including Saturday shifts on a rotational basis every other Saturday. Shifts will vary within these hours.