Centralized Underwriter

Everwise Credit Union; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Everwise Credit Union is seeking a Centralized Underwriter to review consumer loan applications, assess risk, and render credit decisions in line with underwriting guidelines. This hybrid role involves collaboration with branches and timely decision-making while ensuring compliance with BSA, Patriot Act and related regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED and at least 3 years of lending/financial experience, with strong analytical and communication skills to support

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and 3+ years lending/financial experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement: in-office at least 1 day per week.
• Experience in consumer loan underwriting and adherence to underwriting guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and evaluate loan applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Assess risk factors and determine eligibility for credit to protect assets.
• Collaborate with branch employees to gather additional information.
• Make sound lending decisions based on Everwise’s underwriting requirements.
• Communicate decisions to the originating loan officer with rationale as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with Retail Branches and MCC team.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary: The Centralized Underwriter is responsible for reviewing and evaluating all consumer loan applications to determine risk levels and formulate credit decisions. The incumbent will apply underwriting principles and guidelines to make informed decisions and manage risk effectively to formulate credit decisions for consumer loan applications.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Review, analyze and evaluate loan applications for completeness and accuracy utilizing departmental policies and strategies.
• Assess risk factors associated with applicants and determine eligibility for credit to protect credit union assets.
• Collaborate with branch employees to gather additional information as needed.
• Responsible for making sound lending decisions based upon Everwise’s underwriting and documentation requirements.
• Communicate underwriting decisions to the originating loan officer and provide rationale on credit decisions when necessary.
• Personal lending limit may vary according to experience, quality of loan decisions, and product type.
• Responsible for maintaining a professional relationship with Retail Branches and MCC team by providing prompt, courteous, and quality service.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and accountable for understanding and applying government laws and regulations and Everwise’s policies and procedures relating to the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), US PATRIOT ACT and OFAC.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as necessary for the growth and advancement of the credit union.

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to comprehend detailed instructions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability to perform efficiently while working under deadlines and time constraints.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED 3+ years lending and/or financial experience required.
• Variability of shifts may include weekday, evening or weekend hours.
• Hybrid position with expectation to work in office a minimum of 1 day per week.

Everwise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Welcome to Everwise Credit Union Careers! Everwise Credit Union puts people’s needs first, so no matter your story or your money savvy, we meet you where you are and equip you with the confidence and tools you need to get ahead—wherever you’re going. Originally founded as Teachers Credit Union, helping people understand and manage their financial future has always been central to what we do, even as we’ve expanded our community beyond teachers. Today, we serve more than 300,000 members across nearly 60 locations in the heart of the Midwest. Through personalized resources, services, tools and unparalleled access to innovative technology, we help everyone—teenagers to retirees, business leaders to the under-served—feel more in control of their money and their future. With every interaction, we seek to fulfill our purpose of helping people grow into their dreams. Everwise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.