Commercial Underwriter

Key Responsibilities :

• Apply a detailed understanding of AAF Lending Policy, Standards, and Lending Criteria to assess loan applications.
• Evaluate commercial mortgage products for eligibility and suitability based on customer profiles and property types.
• Use front-end systems to submit and track CRE applications through to credit approval.
• Prepare credit papers for submission to UK based's Credit team, ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Maintain a minimum 98% right-first-time documentation standard , ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and work proportionately based on transaction complexity.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives , identifying areas for efficiency and automation.
• Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders through clear and effective communication.
• Liaise with KYC and Financial Crime departments to resolve onboarding issues related to fraud or compliance.
• Attend ad hoc meetings as required by the UK team.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the CRE Lending function.

Candidate Profile :

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Desirable Qualifications :

Skills Required

Kyc, Financial Modelling, Process Improvement, Excel, financial crime