Loan Underwriter Jobs

A Loan Underwriter in the banking industry is responsible for evaluating and approving or rejecting loan applications based on the borrower's creditworthiness. They assess the risk involved in lending money to a particular borrower by scrutinizing their financial information, including credit history, income, employment stability, and debt-to-income ratio. They also establish lending terms and conditions, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and communicate decisions and related information to applicants and loan officers. Since loan underwriting involves significant decision making, it plays a crucial role in maintaining the financial health and sustainability of a bank.

Prior to their role as a Loan Underwriter, an individual may have experience as a Loan Processor, Credit Analyst, or Financial Advisor. These positions help to build a solid foundation in credit analysis, risk assessment, and financial advisory, which are essential skills for Loan Underwriters. Loan Underwriters should have strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills. They should also possess a detailed knowledge of credit and lending procedures, as well as relevant regulatory standards. Certifications such as the Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) license or Certified Mortgage Underwriter (CMU) can enhance their credibility and career prospects in the industry.

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Commercial Real Estate Underwriter/Portfolio Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 24 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 24 days ago

Ability to foster strong partnerships with the related documentation and underwriting units. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with little supervision....

Sr. Underwriter (Testing Specialist)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 hours ago

We need more recent full underwriting experience. (FHA, Conventional and VA sr underwriting experience required as base knowledge to then build and train on our Home Loans Credit Testing scope.)...

Assistant Loan Manager

  • Dover, DE
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 10 hours ago

Required Qualifications: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a customer service or sales position, with two (2) years of experience in the Consumer Lending and/or Financial Services industry...

Business Banking Senior Underwriter I

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

Scope of Responsibilities: Incumbent is to ensure credit requests are underwritten in accordance with Bank policy and Business Banking underwriting guidelines in a timely manner....

Senior Real Estate Underwriter

  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES Underwrite and authorize residential loan applications in accordance with policies, procedures and prudent underwriting guidelines and practices within approved...

Supervisor Mortgage Loan Underwriter

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

SUPERVISOR MORTGAGE LOAN UNDERWRITER* WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?...

Commercial Loan Underwriter - Industrial

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Commercial Loan Underwriter - Industrial** The Commercial Loan Underwriter - Industrial will underwrite commercial lending opportunities in an assigned territory, focusing on working capital lines of...

C&I Senior Underwriter

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Underwriter with a strong background in Middle Market lending to join our Credit Underwriting team....

Underwriter, Home Equity

  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Frisco, TX
  • 1 day ago

Thorough understanding and strong working knowledge of credit, underwriting, credit policy and financial statement analysis and property evaluation....

Sr. Credit Underwriter - Distribution Finance

  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 1 day ago

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field 3+ years wholesale/commercial credit underwriting experience including prior credit approval authority....

Remote Work

Sr. Underwriter (Testing Specialist III)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

processing Point-of-contact for Support Lead or assist Testing Lead when needed Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years' experience in residential loan underwriting...

Consumer Loan Manager

  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 2 days ago

lending Registered with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS)....

Loan Review Analyst

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 2 days ago

Loan Review Analyst 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 214 Overlook Circle, Brentwood, TN 37027 First Financial Bank Job Description Job Title Loan Review Analyst Status Hourly Reports To Manager - Loan...

Commercial Credit Senior Underwriter II

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field with 7 years' experience in complex credit underwriting, specialty underwriting or other complex...

Commercial Credit Approval Officer I - C3 New Money

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

relationship management, underwriting, and/or adjudication experience Prior lending authority >/= $1 million preferred Small Business Administration/Agency, Healthcare Practice Solutions, or other...

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Salary for Loan Underwriter Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBanking research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Loan Underwriters offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.6%
Master's Degree
16.6%
High School or GED
14.6%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.9%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Loan Underwriters
4-6 years
40.5%
2-4 years
30.9%
Less than 1 year
14.0%
10+ years
6.3%
1-2 years
6.1%
6-8 years
2.2%



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