About the Role
Supervise daily underwriting operations, guide team performance, and ensure adherence to credit policies and regulatory standards in residential loan underwriting.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily workflow of a team of mortgage underwriters
- Ensure consistent application of credit guidelines and underwriting standards
- Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve complex loan scenarios
- Monitor key performance metrics and drive process improvements
- Support audit readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Assist in training new underwriting staff
- Evaluate loan files for risk assessment and policy compliance
- Facilitate timely decision-making on loan applications
- Escalate exceptions and policy deviations according to established protocols
- Maintain accurate documentation throughout the underwriting process
- Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Coordinate with loan processing and closing teams to ensure smooth transitions
- Address underwriting inquiries from originators and clients
- Ensure adherence to investor and agency guidelines
- Participate in departmental meetings and strategic planning sessions
- Review and interpret financial statements and credit reports
- Support quality control initiatives and internal reviews
- Stay current with changes in lending regulations and market conditions
- Assist in developing underwriting tools and resources
Compensation
Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with flexible scheduling options
Team
Part of a high-performing lending operations team focused on efficient loan processing
About the Team
- This role operates within a specialized underwriting unit dedicated to maintaining quality and efficiency in loan approval processes.
- Team members collaborate closely with operations, compliance, and customer service units to deliver seamless borrower experiences.
Growth Opportunities
- The position offers pathways for advancement within the underwriting and operations leadership tracks.
- Ongoing professional development and training are supported and encouraged.
Not available for this position
