Entry Level Lead Underwriter Jobs
New grad lead underwriter jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on coursework in risk assessment can matter more than a long resume. Most openings reflect a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Insurance, Banking & Financial Services, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Risksmith Insurance Services, Risksmith Insurance Services, and Stewart Title hiring at this level now.
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Job Description and Requirements
We are currently seeking a talented Mortgage Underwriter to join our growing team. This will be a work from home position. All applicants must reside within the State of Texas and have the capability of performing all of the work from their home in Texas.
The Mortgage Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting mortgage loans and home equity loans ensuring compliance with appropriate portfolio and/or secondary market guidelines. They will examine loan documentation for accuracy and completeness and analyze and assess loan information to render an unbiased lending decision for credit worthiness. In addition, they will provide cross sell recommendations as warranted, maintain service level agreement turn-times, and refer loans outside of approving limits to management for approval.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Loan Application – Review for accuracy and completeness. Provide Loan Officers and Processors feedback for training purposes.
- Title – Review title commitments/searches to ensure vesting matches the loan.
- Credit Analysis – Analyze the borrower’s willingness and ability to repay the mortgage debt. This includes review of credit reports, income verification, tax return analysis and consideration of other compensating factors.
- Appraisal - Evaluate appraisal or other valuation methodology to determine suitability for loan collateral. Assist with resolving appraisal review concerns when warranted.
- Compliance – Ensure all fair lending and mortgage regulatory policies are followed. All other duties as assigned (note: essential functions and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice).
Requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1-3 years of job related work experience
- Proficient analytical skills and mortgage lending regulation knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills to perform multiple tasks
- Ability to meet production, quality and service standards along with providing coaching and feedback to ensure loan quality
- Demonstrated experience in real estate lending regulations including but not limited to TILA, RESPA, HMDA, ECOA and Flood Disaster Protection Act
- Working knowledge of Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriting and PMI underwriting guidelines
- Home Equity Lending experience
- Capable and experienced in manual credit risk evaluation Experience with Microsoft applications and Internet navigation
Preferred:
- Underwriting designations such as CRU, ARU, DE or SAR
- Experience with Encompass LOS Some College/Associate's Degree
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Job Description and Requirements
We are currently seeking a talented Mortgage Underwriter to join our growing team. This will be a work from home position. All applicants must reside within the State of Texas and have the capability of performing all of the work from their home in Texas.
The Mortgage Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting mortgage loans and home equity loans ensuring compliance with appropriate portfolio and/or secondary market guidelines. They will examine loan documentation for accuracy and completeness and analyze and assess loan information to render an unbiased lending decision for credit worthiness. In addition, they will provide cross sell recommendations as warranted, maintain service level agreement turn-times, and refer loans outside of approving limits to management for approval.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Loan Application – Review for accuracy and completeness. Provide Loan Officers and Processors feedback for training purposes.
- Title – Review title commitments/searches to ensure vesting matches the loan.
- Credit Analysis – Analyze the borrower’s willingness and ability to repay the mortgage debt. This includes review of credit reports, income verification, tax return analysis and consideration of other compensating factors.
- Appraisal - Evaluate appraisal or other valuation methodology to determine suitability for loan collateral. Assist with resolving appraisal review concerns when warranted.
- Compliance – Ensure all fair lending and mortgage regulatory policies are followed. All other duties as assigned (note: essential functions and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice).
Requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1-3 years of job related work experience
- Proficient analytical skills and mortgage lending regulation knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills to perform multiple tasks
- Ability to meet production, quality and service standards along with providing coaching and feedback to ensure loan quality
- Demonstrated experience in real estate lending regulations including but not limited to TILA, RESPA, HMDA, ECOA and Flood Disaster Protection Act
- Working knowledge of Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriting and PMI underwriting guidelines
- Home Equity Lending experience
- Capable and experienced in manual credit risk evaluation Experience with Microsoft applications and Internet navigation
Preferred:
- Underwriting designations such as CRU, ARU, DE or SAR
- Experience with Encompass LOS Some College/Associate's Degree
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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Entry Level Lead Underwriter Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead underwriter job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for a foundation in risk evaluation, attention to detail, and familiarity with underwriting software or insurance principles. A bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field helps, but internship experience and industry certifications like the Associate in Commercial Underwriting can give you a real edge. Tailor your resume to highlight any exposure to policy analysis, claims review, or risk modeling.
Which companies hire entry level lead underwriters?
Companies hiring entry level lead underwriters right now include Risksmith Insurance Services, Risksmith Insurance Services, and Stewart Title, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from insurance carriers, regional banks, and specialty finance firms that build underwriting talent through structured training programs.
Are there remote entry level lead underwriter jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements to support training and mentorship. About 17% of entry level lead underwriter openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility do have options, particularly at larger insurers with established remote onboarding programs.
Are these new grad lead underwriter jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with limited professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience and counts internships, co-ops, or a strong academic background in risk or finance toward that threshold, so recent graduates should apply with confidence.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead underwriters?
Entry Level lead underwriter roles concentrate in Insurance, Banking & Financial Services, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because they handle high volumes of policy applications and need trained underwriters to manage risk assessment pipelines from the ground up.