Underwriter III - Commercial

PNC Financial Services Group; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group is seeking an Underwriter III - Commercial to join its Regional Credit Product Group in Troy, MI or Clayton, MO. This in-office role focuses on evaluating credit risk, structuring loan offerings, and serving as a subject matter expert for assigned asset classes.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of underwriting experience, a bachelor's degree, and a proven ability to handle complex portfolios while upholding regulatory and internal policies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial underwriting experience
• Bachelor's degree required; certifications desirable
• Ability to manage complex portfolios and make risk-aware decisions

Responsibilities

• Works independently with limited oversight to prepare loan offerings and scorecards.
• Analyze credit, collateral, and financial worthiness to support credit decisions.
• Gather information from internal/external parties and ensure data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with external regulations and internal policies.
• Lead or coach others as needed and represent the department on special projects.
• Mentor junior underwriters and contribute to risk management discussions

Skills

Credit Decisions

Decision Making

Financial Analysis

Identifying Risks

Process Improvements

Results-Oriented

Risk Assessments

Education

Bachelors

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a(n) [position title] within PNC's [name of division] organization, you will be based in [city/state location of position].

Job Profile

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As an Underwriter III - Commercial within PNC's Regional Credit Product Group organization, you will be based in Troy, MI or Clayton, MO.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Works independently with little or no oversight. Exercises exception and elevated approval authority. Prepares loan offerings for all types of transactions at any level of complexity or in management of a portfolio as assigned. Interacts with internal/external customers. Serves as a subject matter expert for certain asset classes, and may represent or lead the department on special projects or assignments.


• Using independent judgment to identify risks and mitigants, prepares offerings and/or scorecards, such as risk ratings, by analyzing credit, collateral strength and financial worthiness of loan/transaction parties. If relevant, performs ongoing credit risk management for assigned portfolio. May coach and/or review the work of other underwriters and fill in for manager as required.


• Contacts internal/external customers and other parties as appropriate to gather information and to clarify inconsistent, incorrect or missing information. Performs relevant pre-approval and post-approval activities.


• Identifies and/or confirms all external regulatory requirements. Ensures internal policies/procedures are followed.


• Makes recommendations on credit decisions or makes credit decisions directly, as appropriate.


• Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education and experience (including military service) may be considered.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.


• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Credit Decisions, Decision Making, Financial Analysis, Identifying Risks, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Knowledge of Underwriting, Managing Multiple Priorities, Office Support Tools, Operational Functions

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [e-mail]. Please include 'accommodation request' in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say \"Workday\" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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