Consumer Underwriter

This position is located in Brighton, MI hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote weekly. Job Summary Be a lead underwriter for DROs to contact with questions pertaining to indirect applications. Has authority to review and decision member loan appeals. Underwrite direct and indirect consumer loans received through all delivery channels. Underwrite home equity loans, approve home appraisals and boat surveys. Review and approve home equity title work policies. Review Mortgage Investment Offerings. Make decisions to approve, counter approve or deny loan requests for internal and external members. Regularly communicate with other internal members and respond to questions concerning consumer loans. Make moderately complex loan decisions based on the overall worthiness of the borrower to achieve meeting our memberships borrowing needs and Company lending objectives. Consistently deliver high quality, knowledgeable and responsive service to the internal team members. Look for cross-sell opportunities and work with loan originators to develop multiple options for our membership to improve their financial well-being. What You’ll Do Collaborate with leadership to run department meetings. Train Consumer Loan II underwriters on Mortgage Center IOs, home equity loans and personal/business tax returns. Underwrite various consumer loan applications from delivery channels and analyze the information provided. Request additional information from team members as required. Mentors Consumer Level II on complex loans or issues on documentation for the loan request. Review Mortgage Investments. Underwrite home equity loans, approve home appraisals and boat surveys. Review home equity title work policies. Functions as a primary point of contact via multiple communication channels for: Dealer Relations Officers, indirect dealers and internal members, for communication related to underwriting decisions. What You’ll Bring Level II High School Diploma (GED) is required. Three or more years consumer underwriting OR related experience required. Proven ability to support a strong member service culture. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Flexible work schedule meeting the needs of the membership and dealerships. Level III High School Diploma (GED) is required. Five or more years risk base consumer underwriting OR related experience required. Previous financial institution experience. Proven ability to support a strong member service culture. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Flexible work schedule meeting the needs of the membership and dealerships. Benefits Financial wellbeing services 401(K) matching with up to 5% match Reduced health insurance Employee wellbeing services DE&I initiatives Work-life balance What You’ll Get Ability to collaborate and build a sense of togetherness that contributes to a positive work environment. Being open to change and embracing new opportunities can lead to diverse experiences and career advancement. By prioritizing member wellbeing, which leads to increased engagement, improved team dynamics, higher levels of motivation and a stronger community culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr