Jr. Underwriter

Junior Underwriter

You are a highly motivated self-starter. You are ambitious, driven and determined to succeed. You are resourceful and you find a way, not an excuse. You take pride in your work, do not shy from the competition and aren’t afraid to be the best. You understand the value of teamwork and that nobody can achieve success alone.

• Primarily, you will underwrite (analyze bank/credit card statements, analyze tax returns, research, analyze credit reports, conduct client interviews, review stipulations, etc.)
• Excellent qualitative and mathematical skills
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain professionalism in all interactions and communications
• Maintain a positive attitude to perform well in a team environment
• Extraordinary computer skills to monitor the underwriting departments deal flow and third-party workflow, as well as evaluating client applications.
• Exceptional people skills to communicate with sales, management, and third-party contractors
• Excellent judgment to consider and evaluate risk factors in each submission reviewed
• Adaptable. You can adapt to change and ensure you are using the correct tools given. (templates, calculator, chain of command.)
• Ensure all posted offers follow Lendr’s underwriting guidelines and prepare and scrub files for funding
• Performing extensive due diligence searches on each client submission that is eligible for an offer, including lien searches, landlord verifications, order credit reports, and background searches
• Microsoft Office, Adobe, and electronic docu-sign skills are a plus.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Software: Microsoft Office experience is required
• Strong problem-solving skills and resourcefulness
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60654