Role Description
This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in our Correspondent Lending business. We are hiring experienced Non-QM Underwriters to support the expansion of our rapidly growing non-delegated channel. The Non-QM Mortgage Underwriter reviews, conditions and underwrites mortgage loans in accordance with established policies and procedures and appropriate guidelines; examines all documentation for accuracy and completeness.
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Review and analyze the mortgage loan application to ensure eligibility, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines to minimize risk factors.
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Responsible for making independent decisions regarding acceptance and risk of loans according to FNMA, FHLMC, PHH, and applicable Non-QM investor guidelines.
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Approves loans, issues alternative options or adverse actions accordingly.
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Adheres to all applicable internal PHH Mortgage policies and procedures.
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Meets determined service level time frame requirements set by management.
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Work with staff and management to find solutions on escalated loans.
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Manage loans by using all functions of Encompass.
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Effectively communicate underwriting decisions to Seller.
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Maintain high level of customer service and communication both internally and externally.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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Minimum three years mortgage experience underwriting non-QM loans.
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Working knowledge of FNMA and FHLMC and Non-QM guidelines.
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Ability to review and calculate complex personal and or business financials.
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Ability to underwrite Non-QM and Non-Agency products, including but not limited to bank statement income analysis, Asset Depletion, and DSCR.
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Ability to review credit reports, preliminary title reports, judgments, bankruptcy documents, appraisals and any additional applicable credit documents.
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Correspondent Lending experience preferred.
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Strong working knowledge of Encompass.
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Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions both internally and externally in a professional, articulate, and respectful manner.
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Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
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Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
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Acute attention to detail.
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Provides quality control responses timely.
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Consistently meets or exceeds established minimum productivity and quality goal.
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Excellent customer service skills.
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Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
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Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
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Bilingual skills a plus.
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FHA and VA a plus.
Requirements
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Must pass the Companyโs Background Screening process prior to beginning employment.
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Additionally, as a condition of employment, you may be required to pass client-specific background check requirements or Federal/State licensing requirements, if applicable.
Benefits
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Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision.
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Up to 3% match on 401(k) contributions.
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Generous paid time off.
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Company-paid life, accident and disability coverage.
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Programs for mental, physical and financial wellness.
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Monthly bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Companyโs applicable plans.