Home Lending Loan Underwriter

NBT Bank•Williamsville, NY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for underwriting equity or mortgage loan applications ensuring bank, policy, program, investor and insurer guidelines are adhered to. Assures the integrity of the decision by comparing the loan file and supporting documentation data with system data for accuracy. Complies with all policies, procedures and regulations. Answers questions that pertain to policy and procedure of Home Lending.

Requirements

3 years of underwriting experience with satisfactory performance or equivalent experience
4 Year degree in business or equivalent education and experience desired
Strong personal and/or real estate lending background, including various Investor and Insurer guidelines
Strong organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
Excellent customer service skills
Strong computer proficiency - i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel and the Internet
Proficient understanding of Loan Origination and Automated Underwriting Systems
Proficient in analyzing self-employed borrowers
Strong mathematical skills
NMLS Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Analyzes the income, assets, credit history and other relevant data through supporting documentation. Assures the integrity of the decision by comparing the loan file and supporting documentation data with the system data for accuracy. Determine which requests for financing should be accepted, rejected, or conditionally accepted, using all applicable information reasonably available. Complying with State and Federal regulations, Investor, Insurer, Bank, and Departmental guidelines and practices.
Responsible for achieving established turnaround time and customer service goals. Provides excellent customer service by responding to internal and external customer inquiries in a timely and courteous manner. Proactively monitors various pipeline reports to assure all service level expectations are met. Maintaining workloads within established departmental objectives. Assists in other areas of the department when necessary. Maintains a positive attitude and works as a team player with management, co-workers and others.
Recognize and takes advantage of opportunities to obtain additional business. Takes an active role in providing assistance to Processors and Loan Originators on all underwriting inquiries or issues. Keeps abreast of all bank, investor and insurer guidelines that relate to underwriting.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off: At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire.
Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
Dental and Vision Coverage: Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
Flexible Spending Accounts: For healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Employer-Paid Disability Coverage: Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage.
Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage.
Voluntary Benefits: Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan to help secure your future.
Adoption Assistance: Supporting your growing family.
Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education and career growth.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources.
Pet Insurance: For all your furry friends.
Financial and Banking Services: Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.
Paid Sick and Safe Leave: For your health and safety.