Sr. Underwriting Manager (Remote)

Jobgether

16h • Remote

About The Position

As an Underwriting Manager, you will have a pivotal role in overseeing the underwriting department, ensuring that all lending policies and products comply with both regulations and internal guidelines. Your leadership will drive a team focused on optimizing underwriting accuracy and efficiency, while also developing strategies for enhanced performance and risk management. You will be part of a remote-first environment, contributing to the mission of making home loans accessible and efficient for a diverse market. Your impact will resonate across stakeholders as you lead initiatives to streamline processes and improve the overall customer experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5–10 years of underwriting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with underwriting software and data analysis tools.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and market trends in relevant industries (insurance, mortgage, commercial lending, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of underwriters and underwriting assistants.
• Establish clear performance goals, monitor results, and ensure accuracy, productivity, and adherence to timelines.
• Execute departmental strategies to achieve key metrics, providing regular coaching, feedback, and motivation to empower team success.
• Review and approve complex or high-value applications within delegated authority levels.
• Ensure consistent application of underwriting policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with sales, compliance, QA, and processing teams to support business objectives and maintain regulatory alignment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary with potential for annual bonuses and variable pay.
• Equity for All: Opportunities to share in the company’s growth through equity.
• Remote Work: Flexibility of working from home in a dynamic remote-first environment.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance included.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy encouraging employees to take time off.
• Training & Licensing Support: Resources for professional growth.
• Wellbeing Programs: Access to resources promoting overall wellbeing.
• Parental Leave: Paid leave to support growing families.
• No Meeting Wednesdays: Designated days for focus and productivity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees