Retail Lending Loan Underwriter

Primary Office Location: 626 Washington Place. Retail Lending Loan Underwriter 1 Business Unit: Retail Lending This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect or Small Business Lending. This position is primarily responsible for new loan application analysis, underwriting and declination review noting that the importance of this function impacts long term company goals and objectives. The incumbent plays a major role in the acquisition of loan assets utilizing appropriate risk management discipline. Reviews loan applications from consumers and small businesses within the Bank's delivery channels or directly through dealer channels to evaluate a degree of risk involved and determines the acceptance of applications. Verifies all application information for accuracy and completeness though validation of loan data against documentation provided. Pays appropriate attention to proper ordering of documentation to lessen the Bank's potential risk of loss considering a broad array of credit related information including repayment capacity, collateral valuations, credit histories, other banking relationships and regulatory impact in reaching final credit decisions. Takes responsibility for compliance to Bank's policies and procedures for underwriting loans depending on assignment. Develops partnerships with loan processors and Bank branch personnel to improve overall customer satisfaction. Maintains the customer relationships that were developed by the loan originators including Bank branch personnel and the Business Development and Underwriter. Performs tax return analysis to develop the self-employed borrower's income. Obtains and compiles copies of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements, tax returns, collateral valuations and other financial information. Takes responsibility for final approval of documents. Continually educates other Bank personnel on policy, credit risk tolerance and regulatory factors involving all relevant loan issues. Stays abreast of new types of loans and other financial services and products to better meet customers' needs. Performs other related duties and projects as assigned. All employees have the responsibility and the accountability to serve as risk managers for their businesses by understanding, reporting, responding to, managing and monitoring the risk they encounter daily as required by F.Corporation's risk management program. Corporation is committed to achieving superior levels of compliance by adhering to regulatory laws and guidelines. Compliance with regulatory laws and company procedures is a required component of all position descriptions. Excellent project management skills Excellent customer service skills Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software MS Excel - Intermediate Level It is the policy of F.Corporation (FNB) and its affiliates not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law. It is also the policy of FNB and its affiliates to employ and advance in employment all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.