About Working at Commerce
Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.
Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.
Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk.
Compensation Range
Hourly: $23.80 - $35.80 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)About This Job
The main purpose of this job is to sustain focus on overall Risk Management for the Real Estate Lending Product line. This includes performing periodic testing and reviewing real estate secured loan files as required by regulation, secondary market, and Commerce Bank Mortgage to ensure ongoing compliance and reporting.
Essential Functions
Assist with performing monthly quality control reviews and rechecks of originated Conventional, Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Farmers Home Administration (USDA), and Veteran Affair (VA) loans, as needed, for compliance to investor guidelines, regulatory compliance requirements, and bank lending policy and procedures.
Assist with performing monthly quality control of serviced Conventional, FHA, USDA, and VA loans as needed, for compliance to investor guidelines, regulatory compliance requirements, and bank lending policy and procedures
Assist with documenting quality control reviews by completing checklists to determine if the applicable investor requirements were met and/or retaining similar documentation from an outside source if utilized to perform QC reviews
Assist with recalculating monthly income and debt, income to debt ratios, loan-to-value ratios, and verify the borrower had enough funds to close with appropriate reserves on a minimum of conventional loan types
Assist with supporting and sustaining Commerce Bank Mortgage’s first line of defense program
Assist with reviewing critical loan data for accuracy of input and compliance/cross reference documentation with information entered into the Loan Origination System to confirm accuracy and that an adequate internal control structure is in place and sustained
Assist with compiling results, follow up on resolution of findings, and summarize for drafting management reports. This includes recognizing error trends or patterns.
Ensure investor turn time requirements to ascertain whether reviews are completed within the timelines required by investors
Assist with analyzing and drafting reporting for business line leadership and second line risk functions
Perform duties in accordance with applicable risk policies, procedures, guidelines and standards
Assemble requested documentation for second line of defense reviews and testing (e.g. model risk management, compliance monitoring, third party risk management, business continuity, legal), audits and exams
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Basic knowledge of risk management concepts, structures, processes and best practices
Basic knowledge of relevant regulatory compliance, industry regulations and regulatory data sources
Basic knowledge of federal and state laws as applicable to mortgage lending
Basic knowledge of risk management concepts and ability to identify, assess, and evaluate risk factors in mortgage lending
Knowledge of Loan Origination Systems, and preferably Automated Underwriting Systems
Ability to pull data, analyze, extract insights and present findings
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities
Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with proven written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in Risk Management/Regulatory Compliance-related field or equivalent combination of education and industry experience required
2+ years of mortgage lending experience preferred
1+ year mortgage lending compliance/audit/risk experience preferred
*Remote Schedule: Work primarily from home
**Level of role is determined by knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education
***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles. This compensation range is for the Risk Analyst I, II & Senior - Mortgage job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $23.80 to $35.80 per hour.
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The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits. Click here to learn more.
Location: 922 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106Time Type:
Full time