About the Role

We're hiring a Retail Loan Underwriter to join our team at National Exchange Bank & Trust. This remote position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a trusted, genuine, and successful banking environment. As a Retail Loan Underwriter, you will play a crucial role in analyzing and evaluating retail loan products while ensuring compliance with established guidelines.

What You'll Do

  • Perform credit functions related to retail loan products, minimizing risk and loss to the bank.
  • Communicate with lenders and processors to ensure proper documentation is obtained.
  • Utilize your understanding of state, CFPB, and OCC regulations to maintain compliance.
  • Work independently while maintaining good customer relations and adapting to varying customer and transactional volumes.
  • Quickly re-establish priorities in response to changing departmental needs.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal forms.
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all dealings.
  • Proficiently use Microsoft Office tools to support your work.

Requirements

  • 3–7 years of mortgage or retail loan underwriting experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience or industry certifications.
  • Experience with Encompass or similar Loan Origination Systems is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of banking regulations and compliance standards.
  • Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in a remote work environment.
  • Knowledge of additional loan products and underwriting processes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 per year.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health Savings Account with employer contributions.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage.
  • Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing.
  • Flexible scheduling and telecommuting options.
  • Education assistance program.
  • Product and service discounts.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Retail Loan Underwriter position offers a chance to work remotely with a reputable bank, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Who Will Succeed Here

Proficient in using Encompass for loan underwriting processes, with a strong understanding of regulatory compliance standards in the finance industry.

Self-motivated and detail-oriented, thriving in a remote work environment by effectively managing time and maintaining high productivity without direct supervision.

Possesses strong analytical skills to evaluate credit risk and make informed decisions, with at least 3-5 years of experience in retail loan underwriting or a related financial role.

Learning Resources

Loan Underwriting Basicscourse

Career Path

Retail Loan Underwriter(Now)Senior Loan Underwriter(1-2 years)Loan Underwriting Manager(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$5.8B
Annual Growth
8.5%
AI Adoption in Underwriting
40%
Investment in FinTech Solutions
+25%
Labour Demand for Underwriters
+15%
Avg Salary for Remote Underwriters
$75K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Loan UnderwritingMicrosoft OfficeEncompass
Growing in Demand
Data Analytics for Risk AssessmentAutomated Underwriting Systems (AUS)Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Tools
Declining
Manual Underwriting ProcessesLegacy Loan Management Software

Domain Trends

Rise of AI in Underwriting
AI technologies are being increasingly integrated into underwriting processes, with 40% of companies adopting AI tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Shift Towards Remote Work
The demand for remote underwriters has surged, with a reported 30% increase in remote job postings in the underwriting sector since 2023.
Regulatory Compliance Automation
Automating compliance processes is becoming crucial, with 50% of underwriters indicating that automated compliance checks reduce errors and improve processing times.

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