Underwriter II-Mortgage

Associated Bank, NA; Hales Corners (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings: 401(k) and Pension

Paid time off to volunteer

Diversity-focused Colleague Resource G

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking an underwriter to support the evaluation and decisioning of residential loan applications. Under limited direction, you will analyze tax returns, financial statements, credit and business reports to determine creditworthiness and ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

You will review applications, verify data in the Loan Origination System, and clear conditions or rework loans as needed, while supporting training of junior underwriters and

Qualifications

• 4–7 years underwriting and lending products, policies and procedures experience required.
• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Review complex applications on various types of residential loans for credit and product guidelines.
• Perform credit analysis and approve or deny credit applications based on authorized lending limits.
• Recommend credit decisions to management on requests exceeding assigned lending authority.
• Proactively seek solutions with lenders from all business lines to ensure rate, term, and application structure on all loan products are compliant with current policies, procedures, and Regulatory requirements.
• Aid in the resolution of any application issues in an effective manner, mutually benefiting our customers and the Bank.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Credit analysis

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires. Under limited direction, underwrite, evaluate and decision loans in accordance with the established underwriting policy and guidelines. Conform with all Regulatory requirements such as ATR/QM, HOEPA, HPML, and Fair Lending. Analyze tax returns, financial statements, credit reports, business reports and legal documents. Calculate the necessary ratios to assist in the decision process. Maintain quality credit decisions and turnaround time. Assist with ongoing training of the lender on all loan products and credit fundamentals. Provide support to the Underwriter I and II positions.

Job Accountabilities

• Review complex applications on various types of residential loans for credit and product guidelines. Review to include applicant’s credit profile/credit report, income, including corporate and personal tax returns, personal financial statements, etc., as applicable, business reports and legal documents. Perform credit analysis and approve or deny credit applications based on authorized lending limits. Recommend credit decisions to management on requests exceeding assigned lending authority. Proactively seek solutions with lenders from all business lines to ensure rate, term, and application structure on all loan products are compliant with current policies, procedures, and Regulatory requirements. Aid in the resolution of any application issues in an effective manner, mutually benefiting our customers and the Bank.
• Clear conditions and rework loans for changes of circumstance as necessary.
• Verify the accuracy of the data input in the Loan Origination System and that all product guidelines have been met.
• Use discretionary judgment for approval of credit applications not meeting underwriting policies and procedures. Ensure proper documentation and sign-offs are made for credit exceptions. Maintain credit exception approval percentages within corporate approved guidelines.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of current Underwriting policies, guidelines and compliance issues using available resources. Including all lending related Federal and State regulations.

Education

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Finance Required

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Business Required

• Experience 4-7 years Underwriting and lending products, policies and procedures Required

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success.

Artificial Intelligence Statement To support our recruiting process, we may use artificial intelligence ("AI") or automated technologies to collect, organize, sort, and analyze information submitted by applicants. These tools may assist our Talent Acquisition professionals in identifying applicants who appear to satisfy the minimum qualifications for a position. AI is not used to make employment decisions on behalf of Associated Bank. No applicant will be selected or rejected solely based on the output of an AI tool. Hiring decisions are made by Associated Bank personnel who review applicant information and exercise independent judgment in accordance with applicable law and company policies.

Compliance Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact [e-mail] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant. The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$28.81 - $49.38 per hour At Associated Bank, our purpose is to uplift our customers, community and colleagues to be financially stronger. We do this through our relentless focus on people, with a winning spirit, by listening before we act and with a commitment to achieve together.