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Senior Credit Underwriter

JCW Group
Fairfield, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/24/2026

Overview:

A well-established community bank is looking to add a Senior Credit Underwriter to their growing Credit team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced credit professional looking to underwrite a diverse portfolio, mentor junior analysts, and gain exposure to senior leadership. The bank offers a strong culture and significant opportunity for long-term growth.


Responsibilities:

  • Underwrite new and existing commercial loans, primarily focused on CRE and some C&I exposure.
  • Perform comprehensive credit analysis and evaluate financial performance, risk, and overall credit quality.
  • Analyze transactions generally ranging from $1MM–$10MM.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior credit analysts while working closely with senior credit leadership.
  • Assist with portfolio management, including monitoring existing relationships and maintaining strong asset quality.


Qualifications:

  • 5 years of commercial credit or underwriting experience.
  • Strong CRE loan exposure (C&I, ABL, or portfolio management experience is a plus).
  • Strong credit analysis and financial analysis skills.


For more information please reach out to Caroline Gruseke at caroline.gruseke@jcwgroup.com.

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000

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