Experienced reviewer transitioning to a role with a strong focus on the best customer service experience, technical capabilities, leadership, and the ability to handle complex tasks. Proven track record in risk assessment, compliance, and information systems auditing. Proficient in utilizing cutting-edge technologies to analyze complex data sets, drive process improvements, and optimize operational efficiency. Effective communicator skilled at aligning objectives with business goals. Determined to cut costs without impacting quality of products and services. Successful background, matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement and skill building. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Establish positive and effective communication among unit staff and
organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
• Oversee facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
• Identify and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
• Successfully manage budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Streamline operational processes by implementing efficient workflow management strategies.
• Direct resource allocation efforts, maximizing utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment resources for efficient operations management.
• Manage cross-functional teams for successful project completion and timely delivery.
• Create and executed strategic plans aimed at increasing profitability while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
• Observe each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
• Raise property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
• Implement innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
• Track trends and suggest enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
• Manage approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
• Participated in industry conferences and seminars to stay informed about latest trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in underwriting.
• Mentored 3 newly hired junior underwriters, fostering their professional growth and enhancing team performance.
• Applied knowledge of underwriting guidelines to maintain compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.
• Streamlined underwriting processes for increased efficiency and faster turnaround times by reviewing 5+ initial loans and 6+ 2nd reviews on busy days.
• Reviewed asset accounts, appraisals, title reports, credit reports, income documents, retirement savings accounts etc to make accurate decisions by accounting for risk, hazards, and exposure.
• Effectively managed 30+ high-risk accounts by monitoring performance metrics and implementing timely corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborated with sales teams to develop tailored insurance solutions for clients, resulting in higher customer satisfaction rates.
• Improved underwriting decision quality by conducting thorough risk assessments and analyzing client financial data.
• Provided expert advice on policy wording and endorsements, ensuring clarity in documentation for both clients and staff members.
• Promoted cross-functional collaboration between departments for better risk management practices and streamlined workflows.
• Developed customized training programs for new hires in underwriting department to accelerate their ramp-up process.
• Approved or denied 70+ loans per-month based on established criteria and underwriting guidelines.
• Identified possible fraud risks through meticulous evaluation of application materials, protecting both lenders and homebuyers from potential losses.
• Analyzed and verified applicant income, assets and credit history to support compliance with underwriting guidelines.
• Determined credit risks by reviewing files in advance and comparing data against internal checklists and guidelines.
• Worked with processing team members to communicate errors and obtain missing information for current applications.
• Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely feedback on application status and addressing potential issues promptly.
• Verified integrity of applicants' information to minimize fraud.
• Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry and analysis, ensuring streamlined processes throughout mortgage underwriting lifecycle.
• Maintained open lines of communication with internal stakeholders such as processors, closers, and sales representatives to ensure seamless mortgage underwriting process.
• Supported loan origination team by providing expert knowledge and guidance on complex underwriting scenarios, enabling well-informed decisions in challenging cases.
• Made careful determinations based on skilled analyses of submitted documentation covering credit histories, employment records, and current financial status.
• Maintained mortgage program compliance with federal agencies such as VA, HUD, and FNMA.
• Contributed to policy updates by staying current on market trends and sharing insights with underwriting team.
• Played vital role in development of new underwriting guidelines that improved overall risk management practices within the organization.
• Analyzed potential risks and evaluated loan products to identify suitable options for customers.
• Conducted audits and reviews of residential mortgage processes to ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Implemented robust record-keeping systems that ensured accurate documentation was maintained according to regulatory requirements at all times.
• Served as point of contact for employees seeking guidance on compliance matters, instilling confidence in organization''s commitment to regulatory adherence.
• Served as subject matter expert by advising staff and customers and working directly with external agencies throughout audits or to remedy compliance issues.
• Evaluated existing policies regularly, identifying areas for improvement and recommending revisions as needed.
• Streamlined regulatory processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors, leading to better overall compliance.
• Assisted with training sessions to educate management personnel on compliance and regulatory standards through company software and presentations.
• Performed quality reviews to uncover workflow and communication issues.
• Reduced instances of non-compliance through meticulous monitoring of internal controls and periodic audits.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance and recommended corrective actions.
• Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.