SVP, Underwriting

Cornerstone Capital Bank

. Set and execute a forward-looking underwriting vision aligned with corporate growth, risk tolerance, and strategic priorities .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive mortgage underwriting expertise with a focus on leading transformation initiatives, optimizing processes, and building high-performing teams. Proven ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive operational excellence across multiple lending channels.

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Mortgage Underwriting ExperienceLeadership In Complex OrganizationsRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeTeam Building And DevelopmentWorkflow Automation Experience

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Hard Skills

Underwriting GuidelinesRisk Management PracticesPerformance FrameworksOperational EfficiencyCapacity PlanningCredit Policy InterpretationKPI EstablishmentDecision Quality ImprovementMulti-Channel Growth StrategiesEnd-To-End Underwriting Execution

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceStakeholder ManagementCollaborationContinuous LearningCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Decisioning ToolsAutomation ToolsWorkflow Optimization Software

Certifications & Qualifications

DE (Direct Endorsement)SAR Designation

Industry Keywords

Conventional UnderwritingFHA UnderwritingVA UnderwritingUSDA UnderwritingInvestor RelationshipsLending ChannelsMortgage Industry Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set and execute a forward-looking underwriting vision aligned with corporate growth, risk tolerance, and strategic priorities
Contribute to enterprise decision-making and cross-functional strategic initiatives as a member of the executive leadership team
Lead transformation efforts to improve scalability, consistency, and operational resilience across underwriting functions
Modernize underwriting processes, tools, and operating models
Build and evolve a high-performing underwriting organization supporting multi-channel growth
Establish performance frameworks, KPIs, and accountability measures for quality, speed, and productivity
Optimize organizational structure, capacity planning, and resource allocation
Improve cycle times, decision quality, customer outcomes, and operational excellence
Provide executive oversight of credit policy interpretation, exception management, and emerging risk trends
Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and Quality Control to identify issues and implement sustainable solutions
Ensure governance and alignment with agency, investor, and regulatory expectations
Oversee end-to-end underwriting execution across all products and channels
Partner with Technology and Product teams on automation, decisioning tools, and workflow optimization
Lead readiness and integration efforts for new products, investors, and strategic initiatives
Develop and mentor senior underwriting leaders and build succession pipelines
Foster accountability, collaboration, continuous learning, engagement, and professional development
Drive partnerships with Sales, Processing, Closing, Secondary Marketing, Product, and Technology teams
Resolve complex issues as a key escalation point while balancing risk, service, and business needs
Lead cross-functional initiatives improving the end-to-end loan lifecycle
Communicate underwriting performance, strategic priorities, and risk insights to executive leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive mortgage underwriting experience
7+ years in leadership roles
Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field preferred
Proven ability to lead within a complex, matrixed organization and drive enterprise-wide transformation
Experience in agency, government, and investor underwriting guidelines (Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, etc.)
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, compliance standards, and risk management practices
Demonstrated success building and scaling high-performing teams in dynamic environments
Track record of delivering measurable improvements in quality, service levels, productivity, and operational efficiency
Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Experience with delegated underwriting authority and investor relationships
Exposure across multiple lending channels (Retail, Wholesale, Correspondent, Consumer Direct)
Leadership experience in technology enablement, workflow automation, or digital transformation initiatives
DE (Direct Endorsement) and/or SAR designation, where applicable
Travel required, up to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Accidental Death coverage
Long-Term Disability coverage
Short-Term Disability coverage
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k)
Basic Life insurance
Voluntary Life insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Performance-based bonus based on position and department