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Wholesale Non- QM Underwriter - Remote

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Full time
Senior (5-10 years)
English

Other Skills

  • Decision Making
  • Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Prioritization
  • Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Minimum of five years of mortgage underwriting experience.
  • Minimum of three years of underwriting Non-QM loans with complex income analysis.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements (RESPA, TILA, etc.).
  • Strong communication skills; highly detail-oriented with the ability to multitask.

Requirements:

  • Analyze and underwrite Non-QM mortgage loans within compliance guidelines and approved seller variances.
  • Manage loan conditions and provide recommendations for underwriting waiver and eligibility exceptions.
  • Communicate with loan originators and processors regarding loan status, approvals, suspensions, denials, and conditions.
  • Remain current on loan program requirements and review documents for compliance.

Job description

Description

Wholesale Non-QM Underwriter

 
Position Overview:
The Wholesale Non-QM Underwriter reviews and underwrites Non-QM mortgage loan applications and property appraisals and evaluates the loans to minimize risk or loss within regulatory guidelines. 
 
Ideal candidates for this position will be experienced underwriting Non-QM loans, highly detail-oriented, and familiar with loan program guidelines. 
 
Essential Functions of the Role:
  • Analyze and underwrite Non-QM mortgage loans within compliance guidelines and approved seller variances.
  • Manage loan conditions and provide recommendations for underwriting waiver and eligibility exceptions.
  • Communicate with loan originators and processors regarding loan status, approvals, suspensions, denials, and conditions.
  • Maintain a pipeline of loans adhering to posted service level agreements.
  • Remain current on loan program requirements and review documents for compliance.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 

Classification: Full Time, Non-Exempt

 
Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements (RESPA, TILA, etc.)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Highly detail-oriented
  • Ability to work across organizational boundaries
  • Strong decision making skills
  • Advanced problem solving capabilities
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Understanding of Non-QM products

 

Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum of five (5) years of mortgage underwriting experience required.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of underwriting Non-QM loans with complex income analysis required.
  • National bond program experience preferred.
 

Education / Licensing Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred.
 

Working Conditions:

  • Fast-paced environment.
  • Requires normal vision (corrected) both close and distant.
  • Requires normal hearing levels (corrected).
  • Requires working at a desk to use a phone and computer for extended periods of time.
  • Requires sitting, bending.
  • Works effectively with frequent interruptions.
  • Lifting requirements of 10 lbs. occasionally.
  • Minimal travel <5%.

•    Along with a great culture and competitive pay, full-time employees are eligible to receive additional benefits:
o    Medical, dental, and vision insurance
o    Short-term and long-term disability
o    401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans and Company match
o    Company-provided life insurance
o    8 paid holidays
o    AND MORE!

 

Pay: $90,000- $105,000 annually depending on experience, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus. 

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