Mortgage Loan Underwriter
Summit Credit Union•Village of Cottage Grove, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
At Summit Credit Union, we’re looking for a detail-oriented, people-first Mortgage Loan Underwriter to join our growing team. You’ll play a key role in helping our members achieve their homeownership dreams by underwriting both portfolio and secondary market mortgage loans with accuracy, empathy, and efficiency.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in business, finance, banking, or real estate preferred.
- 4+ years of experience in credit analysis, mortgage lending, or secondary market operations (or a Bachelor’s degree in lieu of experience).
- Strong knowledge of mortgage laws and regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and intermediate Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Underwrite mortgage loans in accordance with SCU and investor guidelines.
- Ensure data integrity and complete documentation in all files.
- Support lenders and processors with real-time feedback and expert guidance.
- Collaborate with the Mortgage Processing Department to meet underwriting timelines.
- Maintain knowledge of tools like Desktop Underwriter, Loan Prospector, and WHEDA.
- Contribute to internal audits and compliance efforts.
- Help develop underwriting and program guidelines aligned with credit union strategy.
- Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence in every interaction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
