Senior Loan Underwriter

Ready to Lead Lending Decisions? Join First Commerce Credit Union as a Senior Loan Underwriter!

At First Commerce Credit Union, we're more than a financial institution - we're a community catalyst, empowering lives and transforming neighborhoods. We're currently seeking a detail-driven, strategic Senior Loan Underwriter to help us fulfill our Vision: Empowering Generations, Transforming Communities.

If you're passionate about lending, compliance, and helping members achieve financial success through sound credit decisions, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Loan Underwriter, you'll be a key decision-maker in our lending operations - ensuring quality, compliance, and member-focused solutions across consumer, home equity, and first mortgage loans.

• Underwrite consumer, home equity, and select first mortgage loans.
• Make decisions on loan overrides, exceptions to policy, and rate concessions.
• Structure layered credit risk through collateral, co-makers, terms, and down payments.
• Recommend non-conforming first mortgages for portfolio inclusion and rate setting.
• Analyze and report departmental metrics including overrides, quality control, and portfolio trends.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop budgets and recommend product, rate, and policy changes.
• Provide consultative support to members to improve credit profiles and offer flexible solutions.
• Conduct periodic credit reviews and manage credit limit adjustments.
• Review and process employee loan requests.
• Serve as a mentor and coach to junior underwriting staff and front-line lending teams.
• Deliver training to enhance credit-related skills across the organization.

What You Bring to the Table

You're a seasoned lending professional with a sharp eye for detail and a heart for service.

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in loan underwriting and credit approvals.
• Deep knowledge of loan products, credit reporting, and fair lending practices.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal judgment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Commitment to delivering consistently courteous, positive member service.

Why First Commerce?

We're a full-service, member-owned credit union with deep roots in the community and a bold vision for the future. Our culture is built on integrity, innovation, and service excellence. At First Commerce, you're not just joining a company - you're joining a cause.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive pay that reflects your experience and impact
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career advancement opportunities
• A supportive, energetic team environment
• $500 referral bonus when you help us find our next great hire!

Ready to Shape the Future of Lending?

Apply today and help us build stronger communities - one loan at a time.

First Commerce Credit Union – Where Service Meets Purpose.