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Robert Merritt

Ferndale,MI

Summary

Strategic Divisional Director of Operations known for high productivity in processing loans and task completion. Specialized skills include operational strategy development, process optimization, and team leadership. Excel in client and internal communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to ensure seamless operations and project success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Divisional Director of Operations

Blue Whale Lending
Troy, MI
06.2024 - Current
  • Managed and supervised a team of mortgage processors to ensure timely closing of loans.
  • Reviewed loan files to verify all required documentation was present prior to submission to underwriters.
  • Coordinated with lenders, borrowers, real estate agents, attorneys and other involved parties throughout the loan process.
  • Ensured customer service excellence by responding promptly to borrower inquiries regarding loan status.

Driver

The Senior Movers
Troy, MI
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.

Senior Underwriter

Mortgage 1
Sterling Heights, MI
10.2021 - 11.2022
  • Reviewed, evaluated and approved and declined high-risk mortgage loan applications for compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of borrower creditworthiness by evaluating financial statements, tax returns and other related documents.
  • Analyzed debt-to-income ratios to ensure borrowers met the requirements of underwriting guidelines.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, government regulations, market conditions.

Senior Underwriter

United Wholesale Mortgage
Pontiac, MI
03.2019 - 08.2021
  • Reviewed, evaluated and approved and declined high-risk mortgage loan applications for compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of borrower creditworthiness by evaluating financial statements, tax returns and other related documents.
  • Analyzed debt-to-income ratios to ensure borrowers met the requirements of underwriting guidelines.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, government regulations, market conditions.

Education

Pre Law

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI

Liberal Arts and General Studies

Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI

Skills

  • Operational Excellence
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Process Improvements
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Quality Assurance

Timeline

Divisional Director of Operations

Blue Whale Lending
06.2024 - Current

Driver

The Senior Movers
03.2023 - 06.2024

Senior Underwriter

Mortgage 1
10.2021 - 11.2022

Senior Underwriter

United Wholesale Mortgage
03.2019 - 08.2021

Pre Law

University of Detroit Mercy

Liberal Arts and General Studies

Schoolcraft College
Robert Merritt