Business Banking Underwriter

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GENERAL FUNCTION: Review and decision small business relationships, in a centralized environment, for business purpose credits up to $ 2 million. If one of the warning signs signals a credit review, the PM will request all applicable information and determine the proper risk rating and required credit action relative to the risk profile.  As needed, the PM will complete underwriting memos for business purpose requests.

Provide continued support to Banking Center personnel relating to the communication of loan decisions and financial analysis. Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for analysis of financial statements based on information provided in the loan package.
• Coordinates requests with relationship manager on all information necessary to either decision a credit request or complete a proper risk rating.
• Provide loan decisions and/or credit recommendations based on a review of all underwriting criteria, including loan structure, collateral, interest rate, and fees.
• Negotiate terms & conditions of loan with relationship team.
• Provide the necessary coaching of Banking Center staff and commercial relationship managers, to enhance the understanding of the small business customer.
• Identify and communicate cross-sell opportunities discovered during the underwriting process.
• Effectively communicate loan decision to loan originator.
• Identify and review all necessary due diligence items.
• Ensures proper risk rating is complete relative to the relationship (per policy) and complete periodic reviews and ALSR reports.
• Completes all documentation required for SAG transfers if necessary.
• Assist Documentation Specialist, as needed
• Miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

•  College degree in accounting, finance or economics is preferred.
• 3+ years of credit analysis and/or loan review experience, preferably in the banking industry.
• Must be proficient in basic software applications such as Microsoft Access, Word and Excel. Familiarity with the Bank's internal applications is helpful.
• Must be attentive to detail and possess excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.

The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.

Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner. 

Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting.  Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third.  Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.

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