Underwriter
Hirehangar · Panama - Panama City, Cuba - Havana · posted Aug 11, 2026
What this role actually asks for
Extracted by RemoteHuntMust have
- •Proven experience in financial underwriting
- •Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- •Ability to work independently
- •Excellent written and spoken English
- •Comfortable working US Eastern hours
- •Prior remote work experience
Nice to have
- •Background in financial services, lending, insurance, or credit
- •Familiarity with underwriting software
- •Experience in high-volume, process-driven environment
Tools and technologies
Worth checking before you apply
- ⚠office-required
- ⚠US-W2 only
The full posting
Role
Underwriter
Location Remote
Time Zone US Eastern Hours (EST)
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Underwriter to join a fast-growing financial services team. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating and processing financial applications, inputting and verifying data with a high degree of accuracy, and ensuring all underwriting decisions meet established guidelines and compliance standards. This is a precision-focused role suited for someone who takes pride in getting the details right.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and evaluate financial applications and supporting documentation
- Input and maintain accurate data across underwriting systems and platforms
- Verify the completeness and accuracy of submitted information
- Assess risk and ensure decisions align with established underwriting guidelines
- Flag discrepancies, inconsistencies, or missing information for resolution
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth processing and timely turnaround
- Maintain organized and up-to-date records for all cases
- Adhere to compliance standards and internal policies at all times
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in financial underwriting or a related data-intensive financial role
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work independently and manage a consistent workload
- Excellent written and spoken English for US client-facing communication
- Comfortable working US Eastern hours on a full-time basis
- Prior remote work experience; candidates without demonstrated remote work experience will not be considered
- Experience working with US-based clients
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in financial services, lending, insurance, or credit
- Familiarity with underwriting software and financial data platforms
- Experience working in a high-volume, process-driven environment
Tools & Technology
- Underwriting and financial data platforms
- CRM and case management tools
- Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Suite
- Communication tools (Slack, Zoom, or similar)
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