Sr Underwriter DE/VA/SAR

Company Mission

Orion Lending is a Nationwide Mortgage Banker, founded by proven industry leaders, who bring a

legacy of success and ambition to the Mortgage Banking industry. At the core of our business

philosophy is a commitment to extraordinary service, honesty, and clear communication. Our

team is comprised of highly seasoned professionals who share Orion Lending's objective to

revolutionize our partners' expectations. At Orion Lending, we combine innovative technology, a

wide array of products and competitive pricing, to assist our network of originators grow and

develop their referral business and clientele.

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Position Summary

Responsibilities for the Sr Underwriter will include performing a variety of mortgage loan

documentation duties on conforming loan packages and complex loans, using comprehensive

knowledge of policies and procedures for loan products. Underwrites mortgage loan applications

and evaluates loans to maximize organizational profit and minimize risk or loss. Rely on extensive

experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

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Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Review and analyze loan applicants' credit histories, financial statements, and other

financial information to make quality decisions on loans.

• Work with team members to identify potential solutions/exceptions for denied loan files.
• Interpret and analyze complex tax returns and financial documents.
• Demonstrate ability to comprehend program changes and new program guidelines;

Implement new changes in daily production immediately with minimal error rate.

• Provide superior customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Maintain knowledge of available loan products
• Stay up to date on the program and investor guidelines.
• Adhere to confidentiality standards as outlined by security policies.
• Mentor Underwriter I’s when required.
• Utilize DU and LP underwriting systems.
• Use a computer to enter, access, and retrieve financial data.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them

over time.

• Actively participate in discussions to help the department run more efficiently.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of two years of mortgage loan underwriting experience
• Extensive knowledge and experience with DU and LP underwriting systems
• DE/LAPP/SAR delegations required.
• Ability to underwrite in a production environment involving minimum quotas.
• Thorough understanding and familiarity with FHA/VA guidelines and a complete knowledge

of loan products

• Ability to maintain quality control standards while maintaining production expectations

defined by the company.

• Ability to exhibit professional verbal and written communication skills via email, mobile

devices, and in person utilizing proper spelling, composition, and grammar.

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize responsibilities, and work well under pressure with minimal

supervision.