Small Business Loan Underwriter

Fnb Online; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

F.N.B. Corporation is seeking a Small Business Loan Underwriter 1 in Pittsburgh within Retail Lending to analyze, underwrite, and review loan applications for consumers and small businesses.

The role focuses on risk assessment, data validation, and compliance with lending guidelines while collaborating with branch personnel and loan processors. The position requires BA/BS and 3 years of experience, with opportunities for work-from-home after a 90‑day introductory period, depending on business

Qualifications

• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software.
• Commercial analytical and underwriting experience in structuring commercial loans preferred, including C&I loans, investment real estate, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans.
• MS Word – Basic Level
• MS Excel – Intermediate Level
• MS PowerPoint – Basic Level

Responsibilities

• Reviews loan applications from consumers and small businesses within the Bank’s delivery channels or dealer channels to evaluate risk and determine acceptance.
• Verifies all application information for accuracy and completeness through validation of loan data against documentation.
• Traces documentation ordering to mitigate bank risk considering credit-related information and regulatory impact.
• Develops and administers a portfolio of loans by analyzing applications and credit reports and securing approvals within assigned authority.
• Evaluates credit applications to originate a profitable loan portfolio while maintaining acceptable delinquency and loss ratios.
• Develops partnerships with loan processors and Bank branch personnel to improve customer satisfaction.
• Performs tax return analysis and financial statement review to evaluate borrower repayment capacity.
• Obtains and compiles credit histories, financial statements, tax returns, collateral valuations, and other information for credit decisioning.
• Analyzes and structures commercial credit transactions including C&I, investment real estate, working capital lines, equipment financing, and vehicle loans.
• Ensures compliance with loan policies, regulatory requirements, and timely notifications.
• Approves loans up to assigned lending authority and participates in ongoing employee education on policy and risk.

Skills

Project management

Communication (written & verbal)

Analytical skills

Customer service

Computers / software use

Underwriting experience

Education

BA or BS

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Credit software

Job description

## Small Business Loan UnderwriterApplylocations: Pittsburgh, PAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-01058## Primary Office Location:626 Washington Place. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 15219.## **Join our team. Make a difference - for us and for your future.****Position Title:** Small Business Loan Underwriter 1 **Business Unit:** Retail Lending **Reports To:** Varies Based on Assignment## Position Overview:This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect, or Small Business Lending. This position is primarily responsible for new loan application analysis, underwriting, and declination review, noting that the importance of this function impacts long-term company goals and objectives. The incumbent plays a major role in the acquisition of loan assets utilizing appropriate risk management discipline.Upon successful completion of the department's introductory period of a minimum of 90 days, this position may be eligible for a full work-from-home schedule, subject to business needs and departmental guidelines.## Primary Responsibilities:Reviews loan applications from consumers and small businesses within the Bank’s delivery channels or directly through dealer channels to evaluate the degree of risk involved and determine the acceptance of applications. Verifies all application information for accuracy and completeness through validation of loan data against documentation provided.Pays appropriate attention to proper ordering of documentation to lessen the Bank’s potential risk of loss considering a broad array of credit-related information including repayment capacity, collateral valuations, credit histories, other banking relationships, and regulatory impact in reaching final credit decisions.Develops and administers a portfolio of loans by analyzing applications and credit reports and obtaining approvals within established lending authority and guidelines. Evaluates the quality of credit applications in order to originate a profitable loan portfolio, protect the Bank from loss, and provide high-quality service.Meets the Bank’s credit quality, profitability, growth, and service objectives according to established guidelines and procedures while maintaining acceptable delinquency and loss ratios.Develops partnerships with loan processors and Bank branch personnel to improve overall customer satisfaction. Maintains customer relationships developed by loan originators, including Bank branch personnel and Business Development Officers.Performs tax return analysis and financial statement review to evaluate borrower repayment capacity. Obtains and compiles credit histories, business and personal financial statements, tax returns, collateral valuations, and other financial information necessary for credit decisioning.Analyzes and structures commercial credit transactions, including but not limited to Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans, investment real estate loans, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans.Resolves customer and branch inquiries by investigating issues, documenting information, and recommending solutions that comply with regulatory requirements and Bank policies and procedures.Performs operational duties such as ensuring lien perfection, insurance protection, and compliance with established loan policies and regulatory requirements.Takes responsibility for compliance with Bank policies and procedures related to underwriting and credit administration. Complies with regulations regarding loan approvals, declinations, and required customer notifications within established timeframes.Approves loans up to and including assigned lending authority.Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.All employees have the responsibility and accountability to serve as risk managers for their businesses by understanding, reporting, responding to, managing, and monitoring the risks they encounter daily as required by F.N.B. Corporation’s risk management program.F.N.B. Corporation is committed to achieving superior levels of compliance by adhering to regulatory laws and guidelines. Compliance with regulatory laws and company procedures is a required component of all position descriptions.## Minimum Education:BA or BS## Minimum Years Experience:3## Special Skills:* Excellent project management skills* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal* Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills* Excellent customer service skills* Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software* Commercial analytical and underwriting experience in structuring commercial loans preferred, including but not limited to Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans, investment real estate, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans* MS Word – Basic Level* MS Excel – Intermediate Level* MS PowerPoint – Basic Level## Special Licenses and Certificates:N/A## Physical Requirements:N/A## Preferred Qualifications:* Commercial analytical and underwriting experience.* Experience structuring commercial credit facilities, including Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans, investment real estate loans, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans.* Experience analyzing business financial statements, tax returns, and cash flow to support sound credit decisions.* Ability to assess repayment capacity, collateral strength, and overall credit risk in support of prudent lending decisions.**Position Title:** Retail Lending Loan Underwriter 1 **Business Unit:** Retail Lending **Reports To:** Varies Based on Assignment **Position Overview:** This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect or Small Business Lending.This position is primarily responsible for new loan application analysis, underwriting and declination review noting that the importance of this function impacts long term company goals and objectives. The incumbent plays a major role in the acquisition of loan assets utilizing appropriate risk management discipline. **Primary Responsibilities:** Reviews loan applications from consumers and small businesses within the Bank’s delivery channels or directly through dealer channels to evaluate a degree of risk involved and determines the acceptance of applications. Verifies all application information for accuracy and completeness though validation of loan data against documentation provided. Pays appropriate attention to proper ordering of documentation to lessen the Bank’s potential risk of loss considering a broad array of credit related information including repayment capacity, collateral valuations, credit histories, other banking relationships and regulatory impact in reaching final credit decisions. Takes responsibility for compliance to Bank’s policies and procedures for underwriting loans depending on assignment. Complies with regulations regarding declinations and notification is sent within stated time frames. Develops partnerships with loan processors and Bank branch personnel to improve overall customer satisfaction. Maintains the customer relationships that were developed by the loan originators including Bank branch personnel and the Business Development and Underwriter. Performs tax return analysis to develop the self-employed borrower’s income. Obtains and compiles copies of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements, tax returns, collateral valuations and other financial information. Reviews the appraisal report for accuracy and completeness. Takes responsibility for final approval of documents. Continually educates other Bank personnel on policy, credit risk tolerance and regulatory factors involving all relevant loan issues. Stays abreast of new types of loans and other financial services and products to better meet customers' needs. Approves loans up to and including a set loan authority. Performs other related duties and projects as assigned. All employees have the responsibility and the accountability to serve as risk managers for their businesses by understanding, reporting, responding to, managing and monitoring the risk they encounter daily as required by F.N.B. Corporation’s risk management program. F.N.B. Corporation is committed to achieving superior levels of compliance by adhering to regulatory laws and guidelines. Compliance with regulatory laws and company procedures is a required component of all position descriptions. **Minimum Education:** BA or BS **Minimum Years Experience:** 3 **Special Skills:** Excellent project management skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills Excellent customer service skills Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software MS Word - Basic Level MS Excel - Intermediate Level MS PowerPoint - Basic Level **Special Licenses and Certificates:** N/A **Physical Requirements:** N/A ### **Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):**It is the policy of F.N.B. Corporation (FNB) and its affiliates not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law. It is also the policy of FNB and its affiliates to employ and advance in employment all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. FNB provides all applicants and employees a discrimination and harassment free workplace.FNB will not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position; only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered.