US Mortgage Underwriter
Job Description
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Job Description
The Mortgage QC Underwriter is responsible for rendering QC on closed loan files. He has to check that credit decisions
on incoming applications consistent with underwriting policies, underwriting mortgage commitments, and verifying
supporting documentation as submitted by applicants.
- Analyze income & employment, credit strength, property appraisal, check over debt to income (DTI)
and Loan to Value (LTV) and all other information pertinent to the credit decision process on each
mortgage application, as presented by the applicant. - Underwriter to validate that a prospective mortgagor’s loan application adheres to the lenders,
Investors (Freddie or Fannie Mae’s) and guidelines of applicable government agencies to approve
the loan. - Analyzing the risk involved in approving a loan to determine whether or not it is acceptable to the
lender. - Mark errors for any deficiencies observed on the loan
- Verify accuracy of supporting employment documents, source of down payment/reserves, appraisal
value and property title commitment received. - Review of legal documents, if present, to ensure the accuracy & completeness.
- Identify the mortgage insurance requirement (MI) and follow the MI guidelines, if applicable.
Additional responsibilities for the Mortgage Underwriter include:
Maintaining service level standards
Assisting in new-hire trainings
Perform internal Quality check, providing floor support and feedback to other staff
Responding to all emails efficiently
Adhering to all underwriting deadlines
Person Specification
Knowledge/Experience:
Minimum 6-12 years of conventional mortgage underwriting/QA/QC experience
Knowledge of full loan cycle (from beginning to end)
Strong understanding of Desktop Underwriter (DU) and Loan Prospector (LP)
Competencies/Skills:
Strong communication skills, verbal and written
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to resolve complicated issues as they arise
Proven organizational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task
Skills. Able to work through multiple computer programs and multi-computer monitors
Flexible (Willingness to work in night shift),
Knowledge of MS Office
Positive and flexible attitude
Attention to detail
Customer focused
Good Team Player/Strong Interpersonal skills
Qualifications:
Essential: Graduates with as minimum of 24-36 months of US Mortgage Underwriting experience.
Desirable: Exposure to the FNMA and FHLMC guidelines would be an added advantage. Exposure and knowledge of
MI guidelines.
Role
Mortgages
Timings
US-Type Shift (Permanent)
Industry
BPO
Work Mode
Work from office
Functional Area
Banking / Financial Services
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