Mortgage Underwriter

The primary responsibility of an Underwriter is to review mortgage files submitted for underwriting. This role involves tasks such as calculating income, analyzing debt and assets, and conducting a thorough review of appraisals and titles. Additionally, you will be required to input data into the client's loan operating system, use automated underwriting systems for approvals, and clear conditions for Final Approval. It is crucial for candidates to exhibit a strong sense of urgency, work effectively in a team setting, and possess excellent organizational, communication, and PC skills. Your essential job functions will include conducting comprehensive reviews of mortgage loan files, ensuring accurate data entry into the loan operating system, underwriting loans based on client guidelines, evaluating loan documents for accuracy and compliance, identifying and addressing any red flags, issuing loan decisions, approving conditions, delivering exceptional customer service, staying updated on client and investor requirements, resolving underwriting-related issues, and assisting Processors/Loan Officers in understanding underwriting decisions and conditions. You must be capable of managing a high-stress environment while maintaining a high level of customer service and be willing to work beyond regular hours when needed. To qualify for this role, you must have a minimum of 2+ years of current conventional mortgage loan underwriting experience, a strong understanding of income calculations, tax returns, credit reports, and red flag identification, basic knowledge of appraisals and property eligibility, familiarity with GSE underwriting guidelines and automated underwriting engines, strong analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, effective time management skills, adaptability to a production-oriented environment, willingness to collaborate in a team, proficiency in working across multiple systems in a paperless setup, readiness to work in a secure environment, and preference for NMLS-MLO Licensure. Candidates should also be prepared to work outside of regular business hours as required.,