Small Business Loan Underwriter 1 Business Unit: Retail Lending Reports To: Varies Based on Assignment Position Overview: This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect ...
Small Business Loan Underwriter 1 Business Unit: Retail Lending Reports To: Varies Based on Assignment Position Overview: This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect ...
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Less than 2 years of experience in small business underwriting/credit analysis. Preferred * 2+ years of experience in small business underwriting/credit analysis working within a centralized ...
Less than 2 years of experience in small business underwriting/credit analysis. Preferred * 2+ years of experience in small business underwriting/credit analysis working within a centralized ...
Less than 2 years of experience in small business underwriting/credit analysis. Preferred * 2+ years of experience in small business underwriting/credit analysis working within a centralized ...
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Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
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Under technical direction, responsible for underwriting risks in a book of business. Works within specific limits of authority on assignments requiring significant technical complexity and ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
Reinforce underwriting appetite, submission quality standards, and best practices to improve hit ... Small Business experience strongly preferred * Demonstrated success driving producer and CSR ...
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Success as a Small Business Underwriter requires strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in finance, business, or economics—often with a relevant bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with underwriting software, credit scoring tools, and industry-specific guidelines or certifications (such as CPCU or ARM) is highly advantageous. Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and sound judgment help underwriters collaborate with clients and internal teams effectively. These competencies are crucial for accurately assessing risk, making informed lending decisions, and supporting the financial health of both the lender and small business clients.
What is a small business underwriter?
A Small Business Underwriter evaluates loan applications and insurance policies for small businesses to determine risk and eligibility. They analyze financial statements, credit reports, and industry trends to assess a business's ability to repay loans or qualify for coverage. Their goal is to ensure sound lending and insurance decisions while minimizing financial risk for their company. They also communicate with applicants, agents, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and explain underwriting decisions.
What are some common challenges faced by small business underwriters and how are they addressed?
Small Business Underwriters frequently encounter challenges such as evaluating limited or less-standardized financial information from small business applicants, balancing risk with the need to support growing enterprises, and keeping up with constantly changing industry regulations. To address these challenges, underwriters draw on specialized training, robust analytical frameworks, and close collaboration with colleagues in credit, risk management, and sales. Many employers also provide ongoing education and mentorship to help underwriters stay current and confident in their decisions. This role favors professionals who are proactive problem-solvers and comfortable adapting to new scenarios and evolving market conditions.

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Job description
Position Title: Small Business Loan Underwriter 1
Business Unit: Retail Lending
Reports To: Varies Based on Assignment
This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect, or Small Business Lending. This position is primarily responsible for new loan application analysis, underwriting, and declination review, noting that the importance of this function impacts long-term company goals and objectives. The incumbent plays a major role in the acquisition of loan assets utilizing appropriate risk management discipline.
Upon successful completion of the department's introductory period of a minimum of 90 days, this position may be eligible for a full work-from-home schedule, subject to business needs and departmental guidelines.
Primary Responsibilities:Reviews loan applications from consumers and small businesses within the Bank's delivery channels or directly through dealer channels to evaluate the degree of risk involved and determine the acceptance of applications. Verifies all application information for accuracy and completeness through validation of loan data against documentation provided.
Pays appropriate attention to proper ordering of documentation to lessen the Bank's potential risk of loss considering a broad array of credit-related information including repayment capacity, collateral valuations, credit histories, other banking relationships, and regulatory impact in reaching final credit decisions.
Develops and administers a portfolio of loans by analyzing applications and credit reports and obtaining approvals within established lending authority and guidelines. Evaluates the quality of credit applications in order to originate a profitable loan portfolio, protect the Bank from loss, and provide high-quality service.
Meets the Bank's credit quality, profitability, growth, and service objectives according to established guidelines and procedures while maintaining acceptable delinquency and loss ratios.
Develops partnerships with loan processors and Bank branch personnel to improve overall customer satisfaction. Maintains customer relationships developed by loan originators, including Bank branch personnel and Business Development Officers.
Performs tax return analysis and financial statement review to evaluate borrower repayment capacity. Obtains and compiles credit histories, business and personal financial statements, tax returns, collateral valuations, and other financial information necessary for credit decisioning.
Analyzes and structures commercial credit transactions, including but not limited to Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans, investment real estate loans, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans.
Resolves customer and branch inquiries by investigating issues, documenting information, and recommending solutions that comply with regulatory requirements and Bank policies and procedures.
Performs operational duties such as ensuring lien perfection, insurance protection, and compliance with established loan policies and regulatory requirements.
Takes responsibility for compliance with Bank policies and procedures related to underwriting and credit administration. Complies with regulations regarding loan approvals, declinations, and required customer notifications within established timeframes.
Approves loans up to and including assigned lending authority.
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.
All employees have the responsibility and accountability to serve as risk managers for their businesses by understanding, reporting, responding to, managing, and monitoring the risks they encounter daily as required by F.N.B. Corporation's risk management program.
F.N.B. Corporation is committed to achieving superior levels of compliance by adhering to regulatory laws and guidelines. Compliance with regulatory laws and company procedures is a required component of all position descriptions.
Minimum Education:BA or BS
Minimum Years Experience:3
Special Skills:- Excellent project management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software
- Commercial analytical and underwriting experience in structuring commercial loans preferred, including but not limited to Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans, investment real estate, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans
- MS Word - Basic Level
- MS Excel - Intermediate Level
- MS PowerPoint - Basic Level
N/A
Physical Requirements:N/A
Preferred Qualifications:- Commercial analytical and underwriting experience.
- Experience structuring commercial credit facilities, including Commercial & Industrial (C&I) loans, investment real estate loans, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and vehicle loans.
- Experience analyzing business financial statements, tax returns, and cash flow to support sound credit decisions.
- Ability to assess repayment capacity, collateral strength, and overall credit risk in support of prudent lending decisions.
Business Unit: Retail Lending
Reports To: Varies Based on Assignment
Position Overview:
This position description covers underwriting positions for Direct, Indirect or Small Business Lending. This position is primarily responsible for new loan application analysis, underwriting and declination review noting that the importance of this function impacts long term company goals and objectives. The incumbent plays a major role in the acquisition of loan assets utilizing appropriate risk management discipline.
Primary Responsibilities:
Reviews loan applications from consumers and small businesses within the Bank's delivery channels or directly through dealer channels to evaluate a degree of risk involved and determines the acceptance of applications. Verifies all application information for accuracy and completeness though validation of loan data against documentation provided.
Pays appropriate attention to proper ordering of documentation to lessen the Bank's potential risk of loss considering a broad array of credit related information including repayment capacity, collateral valuations, credit histories, other banking relationships and regulatory impact in reaching final credit decisions.
Takes responsibility for compliance to Bank's policies and procedures for underwriting loans depending on assignment. Complies with regulations regarding declinations and notification is sent within stated time frames.
Develops partnerships with loan processors and Bank branch personnel to improve overall customer satisfaction. Maintains the customer relationships that were developed by the loan originators including Bank branch personnel and the Business Development and Underwriter.
Performs tax return analysis to develop the self-employed borrower's income. Obtains and compiles copies of loan applicants' credit histories, corporate financial statements, tax returns, collateral valuations and other financial information. Reviews the appraisal report for accuracy and completeness.
Takes responsibility for final approval of documents.
Continually educates other Bank personnel on policy, credit risk tolerance and regulatory factors involving all relevant loan issues. Stays abreast of new types of loans and other financial services and products to better meet customers' needs.
Approves loans up to and including a set loan authority.
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned.
All employees have the responsibility and the accountability to serve as risk managers for their businesses by understanding, reporting, responding to, managing and monitoring the risk they encounter daily as required by F.N.B. Corporation's risk management program.
F.N.B. Corporation is committed to achieving superior levels of compliance by adhering to regulatory laws and guidelines. Compliance with regulatory laws and company procedures is a required component of all position descriptions.
Minimum Education:
BA or BS
Minimum Years Experience:
3
Special Skills:
Excellent project management skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to use a personal computer and job-related software
MS Word - Basic Level
MS Excel - Intermediate Level
MS PowerPoint - Basic Level
Special Licenses and Certificates:
N/A
Physical Requirements:
N/A
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):
It is the policy of F.N.B. Corporation (FNB) and its affiliates not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law. It is also the policy of FNB and its affiliates to employ and advance in employment all persons regardless of their status as individuals with disabilities or veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. FNB provides all applicants and employees a discrimination and harassment free workplace.
FNB will not provide sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position; only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered.