Mortgage Prcoessor IV

Overview

Senior Processor with exceptional analytical ability to assess conventional, portfolio and government loan requests based on product, underwriting, and investor guidelines. Processes the most complex loans including renovation lending, and SONYMA Remodel NY. Serve as the communication liaison between the customer and M&T’s Mortgage department. Directly assist customers as required in a prompt, courteous and professional manner. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Reviews loan applications to assess qualification and restructures or recommends solutions.
• Responsible for clearing conditions on residential mortgage loan products per product and investor guidelines through AUS and/or manual underwriting
• Maintain effective communication with all necessary parties involved in a new loan application, from the customer, loan officer, realtors, settlement agents, municipalities, and co-workers to ensure a seamless and positive application experience.
• Work with various internal departments as well as external organizations to obtain processing related documentation or obtain necessary information needed to complete an application i.e.: Verification of Employment, IRS Transcripts, title search, appraisal, bank statements, etc.
• Immediately notifies all necessary parties of irregularities relative to standard mortgage guidelines.
• Monitor, update and analyze credit reports, appraisals, income documentation, and all verifications to ensure they adhere to product, underwriting and investor guidelines.
• Perform other administrative duties supporting the origination department including, but not limited to: preparing and mailing commitment letters, review title and homeowner’s insurance, mailing loan suspend notices, providing the closing attorney with additional documentation, and all applicable processing checklists.  
• Strong analytical/mathematical background to evaluate changes to borrower’s current fee structure, allowable changes to those fees and the re-creation of the required regulatory documents.                                                                                                                                                             
• Reviews document and is trained to clear loan conditions based on underwriter requirements.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Work closely with both Internal and External Customers such as grant providers, co-workers, borrowers, Loan Officers, municipalities, contractors, architects, HUD consultants, etc.                                                                            
•  Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
• Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required

• Associates Degree or 4 years equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years prior mortgage processing or underwriting experience.
• Good PC skills with strong knowledge of Excel, Word, Email Platform and Adobe.
• Proficient with all Retail Requirements, including all state specifics
• Ability to make sound decisions based on information provided.
• Knowledge of Product, Investor and Compliance Requirements.
• Versatility and flexibility working within an ever changing fast paced mortgage environment.
• Adapting to new policies and procedures to improve processes and workflow.
• Ability to function independently within time constraints.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Prioritization of daily workload.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong work ethic, reliable and dependable.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Knowledgeable as to the various documents required for Renovation Lending (FHA 203k (streamline and standard) and FNMA Homestyle) as well as construction to Permanent Financing Options (1 close/2 close)
• Understands heightened Identify of Interest requirements on FHA Renovation Loans
• Familiar with Sonyma requirements on credit package
• Trained to clear certain conditions as allowed in M&T Policies and Procedures.                  

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $22.61 - $37.67 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

LocationBallston Lake, New York, United States of America