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Commercial Underwriter/Credit Analyst - Chicago

4/30/2026

The specialist will underwrite commercial loans, prepare credit analysis reports, and present findings to the credit committee. Additionally, they will manage delinquency workouts, track financial statements, and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

Salary

70000 - 90000 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
At the largest, privately held, veteran owned and operated bank in the country. The Federal Savings Bank focuses on mortgage lending because we know that home is more than just four walls. It’s the foundation for your dreams, memories, and legacy. It's the comfort that comes with stability and the vision of a secure future.   As a federally chartered bank, we are proud to be able to support your homebuying process in all 50 states.  With the strength of a national bank and the heart of a family-owned lender, we carefully match our home lending solutions to your specific financial needs, not everyone else’s.  We’re eager to make your home lending journey as smooth and efficient as possible through cutting-edge technology and personal, one-to-one care.   It’s our privilege to guide you from home loan to welcome home.   NMLS# 411500 The Federal Savings Bank is an Equal Housing Opportunity Co. and member FDIC.
About the Role

Description

The Federal Savings Bank, a national bank specializing in mortgage lending, is hiring an experienced Commercial Credit Operations Specialist to join our team based in our Chicago, IL corporate headquarters.


This position is based in the Logan Square neighborhood in Chicago, IL and requires the ability to work a hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office). Qualified candidates should reside a commutable distance at the time of application.


What We Offer:

  • PTO that increases with length of employment
  • Company culture that fosters work/life balance
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
  • FSA and HSA plan options
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401k with partial match
  • In-house virtual training opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge
  • Career advancement
  • Big bank capability, small-bank feel

Duties and Responsibilities:


Commercial Loan (70% Underwriting/20% Credit Analysis)

  • Provide insight to the Sales team on Commercial loan products and requirements
  • Provide guidance on loan structuring and approval process to Mortgage Bankers
  • Lead initiatives to implement process, procedure, and technology solutions to improve workflow, tracking and adherence to compliance.
  • Underwrite Commercial loans including preparation of CAF/CAM and present to Credit Committee (consisting of Chairman of the Board, President, and outside Director)
  • Collaborate with the closing team on approved loans to ensure terms are met
  • Request and track financial statements
  • Prepare annual reviews using financial statements
  • Assist in audits
  • Prepare assigned portions of monthly Credit Book
  • Complete BSA Loan Due Diligence Form in Encompass
  • Review loans boarded to Cleartouch and alert to any errors.

Delinquency Workout (10%)

  • Track all Commercial loans 60+ days delinquent, contact borrower, and collect past due amounts
  • Prepare workout plan (foreclosure, modification, extension, etc.)
  • Prepare Watchlist report as needed
  • Prepare Default letter in conjunction with attorney
  • Manage foreclosure/bankruptcy process with the goal of resolving the default as quickly as possible
  • Obtain updated appraisals
  • Arrange listing of property with sales agent and monitor for appropriate market awareness
  • Provide regular updates to management on progress or issues that arise
  • Discuss activity in the Monthly Watchlist Report with management

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
  • 2-3 years' experience related experience in commercial credit operations
  • Fiserv Cleartouch software experience strongly preferred
  • Encompass LOS experience strongly preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel
  • Demonstrate professionalism when responding to deadlines and matters of urgency
  • Creative problem-solver
  • Autonomous and internally motivated
  • Must be resourceful in utilizing tools and information available
  • Ability to thrive in minutiae/highly attentive to details
  • Communicate with ease and professionalism with high levels of leadership
  • Favorable credit and background required

The Federal Savings Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Key Skills
Commercial underwritingCredit analysisLoan structuringFinancial statement analysisFiserv CleartouchEncompass LOSMicrosoft ExcelLoan due diligenceDelinquency managementForeclosure processingBankruptcy processingRisk assessmentRegulatory complianceCommunicationProblem-solvingAttention to detail
Categories
Finance & AccountingManagement & LeadershipAdministrative
Benefits
Paid time offHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insurance401k with partial match
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