Underwriting Manager

Panorama Mortgage Group LLC • Spring Valley, NV

10h

About The Position

Position Overview:

The Underwriting Manager is responsible for leading the underwriting team, ensuring accurate risk assessment, compliance, and strategic alignment with business goals.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years underwriting experience in mortgage banking; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of previous management experience required
• Knowledge of Conforming, FHA, VA and USDA Programs and guidelines
• Must have current FHA Chums/DE Underwriting ID number with a minimum of 7 years’ experience
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage compliance and innovate processes.
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects within deadlines
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage changes in direction.
• Ability to work flexible hours when needed
• English required, Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) desired.

Nice To Haves

• VA LAPP recommended but not required
• Non-QM experience recommended but not required
• Experience with Encompass recommended but not required

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily underwriting operations to meet service and quality standards.
• Review and approve complex or high-value cases.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to underwriters.
• Review and respond to deficiencies post-close.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Develop and maintain underwriting policies and procedures.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of various loan program guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal audit standards.
• Monitor performance metrics and prepare regular reports for leadership.
• Analyze market trends and adjust underwriting strategies to maintain competitiveness.
• Identify new risk factors and recommend product or process enhancements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Actuarial, and Product teams to align underwriting with business objectives.
• Foster a positive team culture based on trust and mutual respect.
• Recruit, train, and develop underwriting staff.
• Serve as liaison between underwriting and other departments.
• Conduct regular perform reviews and implement performance improvement plans.
• Issue disciplinary actions and terminations when required.

Benefits

• PMG will offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with the background and experience of the applicant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed