An Underwriter, or Loan Underwriter, is a financial professional responsible for assisting in the loan application process by determining the risk-level of working with an applicant. Their duties include researching a client’s credit, income and assets, reviewing applications based on policy guidelines and performing risk assessment reports.
Một Underwriter phải có khả năng hoàn thành nhiều nhiệm vụ và trách nhiệm khác nhau. Sau đây là một số nhiệm vụ và trách nhiệm mà một Underwriter phải có khả năng thực hiện:
- Collect, review and analyze an applicant’s relevant history and records
- Obtain additional information about an applicant to determine coverage needs
- Determine the level of risk for insuring or lending
- Offer recommendations on whether or not to approve an application
- Help agents determine premium costs
- Evaluate insurance claims for accuracy and the coverage amount
Một Underwriter cạnh tranh sẽ có một số kỹ năng và trình độ nhất định, bao gồm:
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis skills
- Communication skills, including speaking and writing
- In-depth understanding of insurance coverage or loan products
- Advanced knowledge of federal regulations and best practices of insurance or lending institutions
- Project management and organization skills
- Decision-making and critical thinking skills
