A field examiner is an advisor and analyst at a banking or lending institution. As a field examiner, your primary responsibilities center on the regulation of banks, ensuring that the institution is following best practices in their interactions with borrowers, especially when it comes to issues with collateral. Your day-to-day job duties include interacting with bank management at all branches, assessing all banking operations, and creating new strategies to mitigate risk. Field examiners often travel from branch to branch. Important qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a related field, usually finance, and work experience in the banking industry. Field examiners must have excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.