Regional Government Underwriting Manager

Rate is one of the nation’s top retail mortgage lenders, delivering a seamless, tech-driven experience that helps customers reach their homeownership and financial goals. Founded in 2000 and based in Chicago, Rate is licensed in all 50 states and D.C. and has helped over 2 million homeowners with a wide range of loan products, competitive rates and personalized service. With 5,000+ employees across 300+ offices and 12+ subsidiaries, Rate’s Loan Officers rank among the best in the country. From purchases and refinances to tapping into equity, Rate makes financing faster, simpler and less stressful. Our technology — including Same Day Mortgage, the Rate App, FlashClose℠, MyAccount and the Language Access Program — has earned recognition from HousingWire, Scotsman Guide, NerdWallet, the Chicago Tribune and Crain’s Chicago Business. Learn more at rate.com.

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Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a highly efficient and productive environment/culture that values team members and rewards performance.
• Remotely manage team
• Ensure effective communication and team building atmosphere within all departments of Guaranteed Rate.
• Manage the mortgage underwriting pipeline; being cognizant of service levels, quality, compliance and daily expectations.
• Plan, coordinate, direct, review and supervise work of subordinates in the underwriting of mortgage loans.
• Oversee VA underwriting to ensure adherence to all Agency, Investor and Guaranteed Rate guidelines.
• Review and analyze file documentation related to the loan decision and properly mitigate and document policy exceptions.
• Review a percentage of approved loans by underwriters in your region to ensure they are complete and accurate and provide feedback to the Divisional Underwriting Manager.
• Ensure the integrity of loan data entered and maintained in Encompass LOS, AUS and all systems required throughout the underwriting process.
• Ensure that loan conditions submitted to obtain clear-to-close are reviewed in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including but not limited to QM, ATR, HMDA, Reg B, ECOA, Reg V, Fact Act, AIR, Safe Act, etc.
• Monitor results of internal audits and suspensions for areas needing improvement and additional training opportunities.
• Provide guidance, training, coaching and assistance to staff as needed.
• Responsible for employee evaluations, disciplinary actions, salary adjustments and termination functions.
• Work closely with varying levels of management both internally and externally.
• Other various duties as required.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Finance, Operations or Management preferred, or equivalent work history.
• Must have 7+ years’ experience in all aspects of residential mortgage origination for both conventional and government products.
• Two or more years’ experience in a management role, with proven track record in management and supervision.
• SAR/LAPP
• Strong knowledge of State and Federal laws pertaining to the mortgage banking industry: QM, ATR, RESPA, ECOA, AIR, etc.
• Some renovation lending experience (203K and Conventional)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Excellent customer service skills with strong attention to detail.
• Time Management skills and the ability to prioritize workload based on daily production.
• Strong analytical skills required with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to multi-task in other areas of the units.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented spirit.
• Ability to function in an ever-changing environment.

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Rate is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason protected by law.

The company offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; critical care insurance; personal accidental insurance; commuter benefits; pet insurance; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program); and other supplemental benefits (e.g. legal planning assistance; identity theft protection; pet insurance; wellness resources).

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