Remote Mortgage Underwriter- Must be local to Phoenix

National Mortgage Staffing; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mortgage staffing company seeks an experienced frontline Mortgage Underwriter in Phoenix. The role involves loan file reviews, income calculations, and decision making based on established guidelines. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of recent underwriting experience and strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent frontline conventional mortgage underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of income analysis and credit evaluation.
• Expertise in GSE guidelines and AUS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of mortgage loan files and issue loan decisions.
• Utilize data entry systems and ensure documentation is compliant.
• Resolve pre- and post-closing underwriting issues.

Skills

Underwriting

Income Analysis

Credit Evaluation

Detail Orientation

Time Management

Communication

Education

NMLS-MLO Licensure

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced frontline Mortgage Underwriter with at least 3 years of recent underwriting experience. Candidates must have worked in an underwriting role within the past 12 months to be considered. YOU MUST BE LOCAL TO PHOENIX IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE

This role involves reviewing mortgage files, calculating income, analyzing assets and credit, and making sound loan decisions based on established guidelines. The right person will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Essential Job Functions:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of mortgage loan files, including income, assets, credit, and collateral

• Utilize the client’s loan operating system for accurate data entry

• Underwrite loans using AUS (DU/LP) or manual methods based on client guidelines

• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant

• Identify and resolve red flags or issues in the file

• Issue loan decisions and set clear conditions

• Review and sign off on conditions to finalize loan files

• Communicate effectively with internal teams, Loan Officers, and Processors

• Stay up-to-date on client and investor underwriting guidelines

• Assist in resolving pre- and post-closing underwriting issues

• Maintain professionalism in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment

• Willingness to work over 40 hours per week as needed

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of recent frontline conventional mortgage underwriting experience

• Must have worked in an underwriting role within the past 12 months

• Strong knowledge of income analysis, tax return review, and credit evaluation

• Understanding of appraisal review and collateral risk

• Expertise in GSE guidelines and AUS platforms (DU/LP)

• Strong attention to detail and time management

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a digital environment

• NMLS-MLO Licensure preferred

• Flexible availability, including occasional extended hours

Disclaimer: All job requirements and qualifications listed above have been established by our clients. NMS does not determine or modify these criteria and is contractually obligated to adhere to the specifications set forth by each client.