Mortgage Insurance Manager

Description

About us:

ConnectOne Bank proves that putting people first is a better way to do business. At ConnectOne, we’re builders — of businesses, communities, and equity. Most importantly, we’re building opportunities. Our mission is to ensure our employees feel empowered to make important decisions, reach their potential and truly make an impact.

ConnectOne is a growth organization by design; it is part of our DNA and we take pride in seeing our employees grow with us. Founded in 2005 by an entrepreneur, we have grown into a high-performing commercial bank, inspiring a new model for our industry’s future. By embracing technology and all the ways it can help us become a world-class service organization, we support small business owners by fueling their mission.

People First is the blueprint for our culture. It is at the foundation of everything we do and the decisions we make. At ConnectOne, you have the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic culture and team. Develop your forward-thinking skills, thrive in an entrepreneurial setting, and succeed at “a better place to be”.

ConnectOne Bank is an Equal Housing and Equal Opportunity Lender, and a member of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

About this role :

The Insurance Manager will supervise the Insurance Team and oversee and manage the daily functions of the team in safeguarding insurance information for all new and existing loans and ensuring necessary insurance coverage is in place.

In this role you will :

• •Support the Bank’s “People First” focus and rules of engagement—maintaining a professional demeanor, working as an active member of the CNOB team, providing clients excellent service, always striving to make CNOB “A Better Place to Be.”
• •Creates, reviews and revises procedures for the day-to-day operations of the Bank’s Insurance management program.
• •Assist clients who have received communication from the Bank regarding their insurance coverage or lack of proof of insurance
• •Utilize technology to ensure Hazard and Flood Insurance is monitored and processed correctly.
• •Review and utilize internal and vendor reports to insurance accuracy and completeness of processing.
• •Review the set-up of new hazard and flood loans escrows, were appropriate, are set up for each loan.
• •Oversee the remittance of payments to all applicable insurance agencies on behalf of the clients
• •Review force placed insurance payments and the processing of refunds, as necessary.
• •Works with loan officers to ensure all requirements have been met, and coverage is sufficient and/or inform them of eminent force placement.
• •Review the monthly PMI remittance and FP Hazard premiums and client refunds as appropriate
• •Supervise and assist the Insurance team in maintaining accounts and providing clients/customers with outstanding customer service.

Must haves :

• •Strong “People First” interest and ability.
• •Knowledge of Federal and State banking regulations with focus on Hazard and Flood Insurance.
• •Knowledge of lending and mortgage insurance.
• •Strong management skills.
• •Excellent follow up and analytical skills.
• •Analytical skills to conduct evaluation of insurance requirements and documentation.
• •Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications.
• •Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• •Experience with conflict resolution
• •Strong motivational skills
• •3 -5 years of experience in Flood and Hazard Insurance processing and Regulations

Bonus Points For:

• •Knowledge of CNOB products and services.
• •Knowledge of or experience with Insurance vendors such as Miniter/Hub.

Additional information

Benefits:

• •World class health, vision, and dental benefits on day one
• •401k with employer match
• •Hybrid work from home (depending on role)
• •Employee appreciation events (team building, softball games, food truck days, etc..)
• •Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• •Wellness programs (flu shot, preventive care, health programs and services discounts, etc..)
• •Tuition reimbursement
• •Employee Discount perks
• •CNOB Community Service Events

….and much, much more!

Studies have shown that individuals from underrepresented groups, may only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Roles evolve over time, especially with innovation, and you may be just the person we need. We hope you're open to learning new skills and growing with us. We encourage you to apply to continue making us “a better place to be!”

ConnectOne Bank is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with respect to any term, condition or privilege of employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, or status of an individual in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

ConnectOne Bank also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Talent Acquisition.