Job Purpose

The Underwriting Analyst plays an important role within the Underwriting Department. Underwriting Analysts collaborate with Underwriters and other staff to deliver mortgage recommendations to lenders in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Underwriting Analysts will contribute to financial review and analysis of commercial real estate properties nationwide across agency, balance sheet, and/or CMBS executions. Job functions include, but are not limited to management analysis, market research, property condition analysis, valuation and financial analysis, and on-site property inspections.

Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Critical Competencies

• Ability to interface with all levels of management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passionate about culture; understands the significance of a company’s culture and its power to drive success.
• Self-starter and ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Ability to work across disciplines to generate new processes and/or resolve issues.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to set and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and handle short timeframes.
• Proven ability to successfully prioritize multiple tasks and allocate resources to meet goals.
• Creative thinker with sound judgment.
• Proven ability to take initiative, think on your feet, and make thoughtful decisions.
• Highly effective project management and time management skills.

Working conditions

This position is in an office or remote environment, and occasional travel is required.

Physical requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., sitting or standing) for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person and via electronic means.
• Occasional lifting or moving of items up to 10–20 pounds (e.g., office supplies).
• Visual ability to read documents, screens, and reports.
• Ability to navigate office environment, including walking short distances.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.