Smart Financial

Financial Services

Sr.ConsumerUnderwriter

$115–165k ~AI est. Houston, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Sr. Consumer Underwriter at Smart Financial. Skills: Consumer underwriting, Loan decisioning, Fraud detection. Evaluate consumer loan applications. Make sound decisions”

Industry & Context.

Financial Services
Problems you'll solve

Analyze complex loan situations; Resolve disputed loan applications; Identify fraudulent applications; Investigate disputed credit information

Eligibility Requirements

Limited physical exertion, Occasional lifting up to 10 lbs, Climbing stairs in emergency, Operate routine office equipment, Work on computer 6-8 hours, Work extended hours, Travel off site, Reliable and timely attendance, Work indoors, Climate-controlled shared work area, Minimal noise, Perform job functions independently, Work with limited supervision, Work effectively on own, Work as part of a team, Read and carry out instructions, Follow oral instructions, Complete basic mathematical calculations, Spell accurately, Understand computer basics, Speak clearly, Deliver information logically, Deal calmly and professionally, Handle diverse personalities, Demonstrate customer service, Exercise discretion, Composure under stress, Meet deadlines, Ensure extreme accuracy, Ensure quality, Handle fast pace, Handle multiple priorities, Handle simultaneous priorities, Handle changing priorities, Exercise highest level of discretion, Handle confidential matters

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school degree or equivalent, Three to five years of experience

What You'll Do.

Evaluate consumer loan applications

Review complex loan situations

Review disputed loan applications

Guide lower-level underwriters

Approve high dollar loans

Review income documents

Prevent fraudulent applications

Analyze title commitments

Analyze property appraisals

Analyze mortgage loan documentation

Evaluate debt-to-income ratio

Analyze credit reports

Evaluate loan-to-value ratios

Make timely decisions

Adhere to regulations

Underwrite and apply conditions

Analyze 5 C’s of credit

Provide guidance to specialists

Structure challenging loans

Provide concurrence to underwriters

Assist staff with loan structuring

Verify income documentation

Protect credit union from fraud

Validate loan submission data

Review disputed consumer loan applications

Manage e-Oscar disputes

Conduct dispute investigations

Validate disputed credit information

Adhere to CFPB guidelines

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Direct and indirect reports; Outside vendors; Front-line staff

Communication Scope

Effective written communication; Effective verbal communication; In-depth dialogue; Conversations; Explanations

Full Job Description

The Sr. Consumer Underwriter will provide quality underwriting through timely and thorough evaluation of Consumer loans, HELOC, and Home Equity loan applications to make sound decisions in accordance with regulatory guidelines and Credit Union policies. Reviews complex loan situations and disputed loan applications. Guides lower-level underwriters through difficult loan situations and can combine authorities to approve high dollar collateralized or unsecure loans. Will also be an expert at reviewing income documents and prevent fraudulent applications from entering the Consumer portfolio. Proficient in analyzing title commitments, property appraisals, AVMs, as well as other required mortgage loan documentation. * Review incoming Consumer, Home Equity, and HELOC loan applications to evaluate factors including debt-to-income ratio, analyzing credit reports, calculation of income, and loan-to-value ratios in making prudent loan decisions. Make timely decisions on credit applications within established guidelines and underwriting authority, while ensuring all State and Federal regulations are adhered to. Must underwrite and apply required conditions to current program/product specifications with analysis of 5 C’s of credit. * Provide guidance to Consumer, Mortgage, and Closing Specialists in developing solutions and structuring on challenging loans. Provide concurrence to consumer underwriters for additional level of approval authority. Assist front-line staff with structuring any complex loan situations. * Review and verify income documentation as required to ensure it matches the amount listed within application and meets Credit Union guidelines. Must be proficient in analyzing complex financial and documents to protect the credit union from fraud. * Responsible for validating all data contained in the loan submission and Encompass/Loan Director loan origination systems. Will be required to review disputed consumer loan applications from branch and sales staff. * Mana

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