Junior Government Underwriter

CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC

6d•$26 - $28

About The Position

CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is the nation's number one distributed retail mortgage lender with more than 7,000 employees operating over 700 branches and servicing loans across all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Our company has been recognized ten times on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private businesses and has received many awards for our standout culture. A culture where you can grow! CCM has created an exceptional culture driving employee engagement, exceeding employee expectations, and directly impacting company success. At our core, our entrepreneurial spirit empowers every employee to be who they are to help us move forward together. You’ll get unwavering support from all departments and total transparency from the top down. CCM offers eligible employees a competitive compensation plan and a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, as well as a 401K. We also offer company-provided short-term disability, an employee assistance program, and a wellness program. Position Overview: The Junior Government Underwriter is responsible for reviewing and decisioning Government loans and clearing conditions.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or equivalent.
A minimum of 2 years of processing experience in the retail mortgage lending industry.
Experience with Encompass.
Working knowledge of FNMA/FHLMC eligibility guidelines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel).
Excellent communication skills.
Excellent prioritization and time management skills to meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Fully underwrite VA IRRRL loans and FHA Streamline loans.
Meet minimum production requirements set forth by department manager.
Review loan documentation for accuracy and make updates as needed, including but not limited to:
Review documentation within the LOS for credit approval.
Review documents returned from processing and update conditions as needed.
Review the loan, determining what additional documentation is needed.
Communicate directly with the branch, Underwriting, and management team via phone or email when necessary.
Maintain SLAs on all reviews.
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, private investor requirements, and company policies and procedures.