Senior Mortgage Underwriter: Agency & Portfolio Loans

East West Bank; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 64,747; Full time

Job summary

East West Bank is seeking a Senior Underwriter or Underwriter II in El Monte, California, to underwrite agency and portfolio loans while ensuring compliance with guidelines. Strong communication skills and mortgage lending expertise are crucial for evaluating loan documents and analyzing customer data.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, five years of underwriting experience, and proficiency in necessary software. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $47.00 per hour, based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Five or more years underwriting conventional loans.
• Expert-level knowledge of documentation related to mortgage applications.
• Detailed knowledge of federal, state, and regulatory lending requirements.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite agency loans and EWB portfolio loans.
• Review and evaluate loan documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze customer financial data to identify potential fraud.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of mortgage lending processes

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to think critically

Detail orientation

Intermediate math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College courses in Business or Finance

Tools

Encompass

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

East West Bank is seeking a Senior Underwriter or Underwriter II in El Monte, California, to underwrite agency and portfolio loans while ensuring compliance with guidelines. Strong communication skills and mortgage lending expertise are crucial for evaluating loan documents and analyzing customer data.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, five years of underwriting experience, and proficiency in necessary software. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $47.00 per hour, based on experience and skills.