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Loan Underwriter

Vista National Bank & Trust
St. Louis, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025

Loan Underwriter

Location : Denver, CO; Cody, WY; St. Louis, MO; Indiana

As a Loan Underwriter at Vista National Bank & Trust Company, you will be responsible for evaluating loan applications to assess risk and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards. Your role will involve analyzing financial data, determining creditworthiness, and providing timely and accurate decisions on loan applications. You will uphold the Vista Way by delivering thoughtful, client-focused solutions while managing the bank’s risk effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Risk Assessment : Review and analyze loan applications, financial statements, credit reports, and other supporting documents to assess borrower risk.
  • Decision Making : Approve, decline, or recommend loan applications based on established underwriting guidelines.
  • Documentation : Maintain detailed and accurate records of all underwriting decisions and supporting analyses.
  • Compliance : Ensure all loan files comply with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Communication : Work closely with loan officers, processors, and other stakeholders to address questions, clarify requirements, and resolve discrepancies.
  • Policy Contribution : Provide feedback on underwriting guidelines and assist in refining processes to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
  • Monitoring : Track trends in loan performance and recommend adjustments to underwriting practices as needed.

Who You Are and How You Work

  • Analytical and detail-oriented with a passion for making data-driven decisions.
  • A strategic thinker who can balance risk management with client needs.
  • An excellent communicator capable of explaining underwriting decisions clearly and professionally.
  • A team player eager to collaborate with others while maintaining independence in decision-making.
  • Qualifications

  • Three or more years of experience in loan underwriting or a similar role.
  • Consumer and commercial experience required.
  • Strong understanding of lending regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Expertise in financial statement analysis and credit evaluation.
  • Proficiency in loan origination systems and underwriting software.
  • Exceptional analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Experience in underwriting complex loans is a plus.
  • About Vista

    Vista believes in a future where everyone has the freedom to imagine, attain, and enjoy their ideal life through financial independence. We demystify the complexities of financial management, making it accessible and manageable for all. Our ethos emphasizes building trusted lifelong partnerships, providing exceptional products and services, and enjoying the journey while celebrating wins. Join us in creating lasting security and peace of mind for generations. : Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.

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