A financial services firm is seeking an experienced Underwriter to handle first Mortgage and Home Equity Lines of credit. The role requires significant experience in mortgage underwriting, a keen understanding of compliance with applicable regulations, and strong analytical skills. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience along with proficiency in tools such as Access and Excel. This position plays a critical role in ensuring quality credit decisions and maintaining organizational standards.
Qualifications
5+ years of mortgage underwriting experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of consumer credit products and residential real estate loan products.
Excellent credit and analytical skills.
Responsibilities
Underwrite first Mortgage and Home Equity Lines of credit.
Ensure compliance with all applicable policies, laws, and regulations.
Provide high-quality credit decisions.
Skills
Mortgage underwriting experience
Analytical skills
Client focus
Interpersonal skills
Organizational skills
Tools
Access
Excel
Word
Outlook
Job description
Job Description
Underwriter is responsible for underwriting first Mortgage and Home Equity Lines of credit that fall outside standard underwriting guidelines. A thorough credit analysis and justification for each credit decision is required.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable polices, laws, and regulations, as well as providing good quality credit decisions.
Qualifications
5+ years mortgage underwriting experience
Comprehensive knowledge of consumer credit products in general and residential real estate loan products in particular
Knowledge of credit underwriting (including Client and FHLMC requirements), quality control processes, and appraisal and title products
Excellent credit and analytical skills
Proven track record in consumer credit analysis, underwriting, review, and approval Sound Judgment
Experience with Automated Lending Platforms Systems strongly preferred
Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and build strong partnerships Financial acumen and proven record of tracking and measuring results
Strong Client Focus Good Interpersonal and communication skills
Good organization skills Ability to multi-task daily activities Ability to prioritize daily work flow in order to meet client service needs
Computer competencies in Access, Excel, Word, Outlook and ability to navigate via the internet