Business Banking Underwriter III

Cadence Bank Houston, TX Open
Cadence Bank is looking for Business Banking Underwriter III in Houston, TX.
This local job opportunity with ID 3919556774 is live since 2026-10-27 02:09:27.
Overview

In this role you evaluate Business Banking loan applications to determine credit worthiness and adherence to lending policies, supporting a steady pipeline of high-value loans. You will approve and conditionally structure credit up to $3MM, and handle more complex exposures up to $4MM, contributing to risk management and loan growth. You'll mentor junior team members and collaborate with cross-functional groups to sustain underwriting quality. This position offers impact through risk-aware decisioning in a growth-focused banking environment.

Compensation / Benefits
  • health insurance
  • wellness program
  • retirement savings plan
  • life and disability insurance
  • paid time off
  • paid holidays
Responsibilities
  • Maintain an individual production pipeline and support the line of business.
  • Review financial and credit data to make sound credit decisions for complex credit structures.
  • Underwrite loans with exposure up to $4MM; single approval authority up to $3MM.
  • Assess risk profile of borrowers and ensure compliance with lending policy.
  • Assist with training and mentoring of new hires and support for UW and UWI roles.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the line of business.
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years' experience with business or commercial underwriting in a centralized lending environment
  • Proven track record to support high loan volume
  • Ability to underwrite credit exposures in excess of $2.5MM
  • Authority to underwrite and decision credits without additional signers
  • Professional demeanor and ability to interact with all levels within the organization
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office and other internet resources
  • Ability to work independently on multiple tasks without compromising quality
  • Excellence in customer service, highly motivated, focused and goal oriented
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including grammar and demeanor
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, planning and follow-up
  • confidence
  • assertiveness
  • professionalism
  • Microsoft Office
  • credit underwriting in centralized lending
  • risk assessment of borrowers
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