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Job Profile Summary:The Underwriter evaluates the most complex conventional, FHA, VA, and CRA Residential Mortgage applications in compliance with bank policies and procedures. This job also underwrites and evaluates Home Equity and Consumer Loans.Depth & Scope: Underwrites complex residential mortgage loans and evaluates risk while ensuring the quality of each loan submitted Senior level loan decision authority, reviews and underwrites most complex portfolio loans – CEMA, Med/Pro, Construction, Jumbo and Wealth Approves loans, issues alternative options, or adverse action accordingly using sound judgment while applying bank policies and procedures within risk tolerance Independently considers, recommends and discusses alternative structures and overall assessments Evaluates all documents and conditions loan accordingly Identifies loans for exceptions while ensuring proper procedures are followed for approval and documentation; clears or resolves any issues Escalates integrity issues as appropriate and ensures files are compliant to internal guidelines and external regulatory requirements Maintains knowledge of loan product guidelines, internal policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements. Indirect supervisory authority; coaches and mentors junior underwriters; assists with training and assesses analysis prepared for accuracy and compliance with policy, guidelines and procedures in all prepared loan recommendations to arrive at an appropriate credit decision Obtains and reviews financial information and provide in-depth credit analysis practices Acts as a subject matter expert in the most complex lanes or workEducation & Experience: 4 Year Degree or equivalent experience preferred 5-7 Years of related experience Minimum of 1 years in the Team Leader role. Strong leadership skills and ability to manage one or more SMEs. US Mortgage Certification will be a value add. Strong knowledge of local market sector and industry trends Ability to understand and interpret real estate appraisals Ability to identify, analyze and mitigate project risks Advanced written and verbal communication skill General knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills Strong Focus on documentation and risk management Demonstrated ability to complete complex tax return analysis to determine cash flow income History of underwriting complex jumbo loans in addition to thorough knowledge of agency guidelines