Mortgage Underwriter

JCW Search is partnering with a well-established regional bank in Connecticut to hire a Mortgage Underwriter for its residential lending team. The bank has strong community roots and a growing mortgage platform.What you'll do:Underwrite residential mortgage loans (conventional, jumbo, and portfolio products) in line with agency and bank guidelinesAnalyze credit, income, assets, and collateral to make sound lending decisionsPartner with loan officers and processors to keep files moving and deliver a great borrower experienceEnsure compliance with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and regulatory requirementsWhat we're looking for:3+ years of residential mortgage underwriting experience, ideally in a bank or credit union settingStrong knowledge of DU/LP and agency guidelinesSelf-employed borrower and tax return analysis experience a plusDetail-oriented and comfortable working in a collaborative, community-focused environment