Mortgage Underwriter

Our client, an established community bank in Fairfield County, is seeking a Mortgage Underwriter to support its residential lending team. This role is ideal for a detail oriented lending professional with experience underwriting residential mortgage loans and home equity lines of credit while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and exceptional service throughout the lending process.
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What You'll Do • Review and analyze residential mortgage loan and HELOC applications using Fannie Mae underwriting guidelines • Prepare written loan presentations for Bank Loan Committee review and approval • Review credit reports, appraisals, and other third party reports to support underwriting decisions • Follow up with borrowers to obtain outstanding loan conditions and required documentation • Clear loan files for closing and ensure all conditions have been satisfied • Ensure compliance with all applicable lending regulations and internal policies • Review legal documentation, title reports, insurance policies, and flood certifications • Partner with the Chief Lending Officer, Residential Credit Manager, Mortgage Loan Processor, and Loan Originators to support residential lending activities • Deliver responsive and professional customer service through timely communication and follow up What You'll Bring • Experience in residential lending and underwriting residential mortgage loans to Fannie Mae guidelines • Strong understanding of credit documentation and underwriting file review • Ability to review legal documents, title reports, insurance policies, and flood certificates • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness • Ability to thrive in a xzbcwsv fast paced environment • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel • Ability to learn and utilize banking systems and software • Familiarity with Finastra D+H LaserPro software • High standards of integrity, ethics, and adherence to policies and procedures • Consistent commitment to supporting organizational goals and values • Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of five years of experience in banking or a related environment preferred This is an on-site position with flexibility for bad weather/emergencies/etc. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000.