LEAF Senior Credit Underwriter at M&T Bank

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Banking, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 3 years’ related experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong decision-making skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven presentation skills
  • Good working knowledge of credit and underwriting principles and procedures
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Mathematics (preferred)
  • Minimum of 5 years’ related experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Underwrite loan and lease credit applications within assigned authority and accurately record the decision in the appropriate system
  • Refer credit decisions above assigned authority to proper credit personnel, inclusive of a recommendation for approval or denial, and ensure all credit recommendations have been approved by the proper level of credit authority
  • Prepare credit-write ups for transactions with total exposure between $1.0 mm and $2.0 mm, routinely including the review of borrower’s financial statements (which can include 10K and 10Q reports) and/or tax returns that require use of financial spreadsheets to properly analyze financial condition and cash flow
  • Search public databases to obtain debt ratings, financial statements, and other information as needed
  • Assign appropriate risk ratings to customers according to parameters outlined in Credit Policy
  • Review collateral descriptions, vendor qualifications and experience with the business and recommend appropriate structure and credit action as part of comprehensive credit write-up
  • Ensure activities adhere to Credit Policy, including identification of reportable and non-reportable policy exceptions, as well as other Bank policies and external regulations
  • Determine total business credit exposure and review current and past schedules held with the business to determine potential credit concerns related to payment delinquencies
  • Prepare annual reviews for existing borrowers with exposure greater than $750k on a quarterly basis and inclusive of a review of updated financial statements and evaluation of assigned risk ratings
  • Communicate with Sales to provide explanations of investment decisions and/or transaction structure as needed
  • Develop and maintain a sound understanding of the inherent sensitivities with vendor, major account, and end user relationships, while managing credit risk; escalate concerns to management as required
  • Present analyses and/or address questions during credit request discussions or committee presentations as requested
  • Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite; identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management
  • Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand
  • Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable
  • Complete other related duties as assigned

Skills

Credit Underwriting
Loan Underwriting
Lease Underwriting
Financial Statement Analysis
Tax Return Analysis
Excel
Risk Rating
Probability of Default
Loss Given Default
Collateral Review
10K Analysis
10Q Analysis
Public Database Research

M&T Bank

Full-service banking for individuals and businesses

About M&T Bank

M&T Bank provides a variety of banking services to individuals, small businesses, and larger companies. Their offerings include mortgage assistance, personal and business checking accounts, and mobile banking options. The bank primarily operates in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, emphasizing community engagement and a focus on customer service. M&T Bank's business model is based on traditional banking practices, such as loans, deposits, and investment products, and it generates revenue through interest income and service fees. A key aspect that sets M&T Bank apart from its competitors is its commitment to community involvement, which includes allowing employees to volunteer and supporting local organizations. The recent merger with United Bank, N.A. has further expanded their services and market presence.

Buffalo, New YorkHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Competition from fintechs could erode M&T Bank's market share among tech-savvy customers.
Integration challenges from the United Bank merger may disrupt operations.
Decreased prime rate could reduce interest income, impacting profitability.

Differentiation

M&T Bank emphasizes community engagement through its charitable foundation and volunteer programs.
The bank offers a wide range of traditional and digital banking services.
Recent merger with United Bank, N.A. expands M&T's market reach and service offerings.

Upsides

M&T Bank's $1.5 billion senior notes offering strengthens its financial position.
Decreased prime rate may attract more borrowers, increasing loan volume.
Shannon Lazare's appointment as New Jersey Regional President enhances local community engagement.

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