What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriter, Operations - Underwriting position at Ocwen Financial?
Job Description
The Underwriter reviews, conditions and underwrites reverse mortgage loans in accordance with established policies and procedures and appropriate guidelines; examines all documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Job Functions and Responsibilities :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Examples below :
- Review and analyze the reverse mortgage loan application to ensure eligibility, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines to minimize risk factors
- Review all required loan data, reports, and inspections to insure the collateral is acceptable to investor, company, and FHA guidelines
- Responsible for making independent decisions regarding acceptance and risk of loans according to HUD, company, and investor guidelines.
- Provides final approval underwriting of mortgage loans.
- Completes all required paperwork and forms in a timely and accurate manner; prepares required forms
- Sign off conditions in a timely manner set by management
- Work with staff and management to find solutions on escalated loans
- May be requested to make recommendations for improving Internal Audit's policies and practices
- Manage loans by using all functions of company mortgage loan software
- Effectively communicate underwriting decisions with processors and advisors
- Maintain high level of customer service and communication with other departments
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and / or experience :
Training / Licensing Requirements :
The salary range for this position is expected to be $75,000 - $95,000 per year, depending on geographic location, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for monthly bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans.
About Us
Onity Group Inc. is a leading non-bank mortgage servicer and originator providing solutions through its primary brands, PHH Mortgage and Liberty Reverse Mortgage.
Liberty, the reverse lending division of PHH Mortgage, is one of the largest and most experienced reverse mortgage lenders in the U.S. We deliver education, home equity solutions, and personal care to senior homeowners and mortgage partners. Liberty provides reverse mortgage solutions including Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECM) and proprietary reverse mortgage loans to retail consumers, wholesale and correspondent partners.
At Onity Group Inc., we consistently deliver on our commitments to customers, clients, investors and colleagues through caring service, integrity and creative solutions. This Service Excellence philosophy is embraced by meeting service standards we call CARE, which stands for Caring, Accurate, Responsive and Empowered. We expect all employees to interact and engage our colleagues and our customers with respect, courtesy and professionalism, and to achieve results consistent with our CARE standards.
Onity Group Inc. is intensely focused on hiring, developing and retaining the best talent in the industry! Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion ensures that we sustain our reputation as an outstanding place to work, a great business partner and a valued community member. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Onity Group Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision; up to 3% match on 401(k) contributions; generous paid time off; company-paid life, accident and disability coverage; programs for mental, physical and financial wellness; and more. Visit jobs.onitygroup.com for details.
Salary : $75,000 - $95,000