Senior Underwriting Analyst

Overview

Responsibilities

• Execute additional projects and duties as directed by the Subject Matter Expert (SME), Underwriter, or Deputy Chief Underwriter (DCU).
• Handle all underwriting tasks for assigned deals, coordinating and monitoring the quality of loan underwriting tasks performed by internal resources to ensure timely and accurate delivery. Escalate issues and propose solutions to the Underwriter.
• Draft underwriting documentation for the Underwriter and present deals to the loan committee under the guidance of the Senior Underwriter and DCU.
• Cultivate positive relationships within the underwriting network to execute business and achieve shared goals, demonstrating diplomacy and flexibility.
• Foster the growth and development of less experienced analysts by creating an engaging environment. Mentor and guide analysts to advance their skills by providing on-the-floor support, sharing knowledge and best practices, and offering constructive feedback.
• Identify areas for improvement in new or less experienced analysts and customize training to ensure they meet learning curve expectations.
• Proactively manage daily workload, ensuring timely communication and collaboration with peers, and distribute workload equitably across the team. Assess the capacity of internal resources to ensure optimal team utilization.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, with all levels within the underwriting process, including the Mortgage Banking team and Third-Party Vendors.
• Continuously suggest process improvements and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong multitasking abilities in fast-paced environments with competing priorities, coupled with exceptional attention to detail.
• Effectively manage expectations with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude, identifying issues and providing suggestions.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.