Commercial Underwriter III (Corporate Banking) (Columbus)

Job Profile

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Commercial Underwriter III (Corporate Banking) within PNC's Central Credit Products Group organization, you will be based remotely.

In this role, the Commercial Underwriter III (Corporate Banking) will provide credit underwriting support for Corporate Banking relationships, partnering with Corporate Banking teams to analyze complex commercial and corporate credit transactions and manage ongoing portfolio risk. This role exercises loan approval authority within delegated limits.

 

This position may be eligible for remote work in select geographic locations, subject to approval by PNC. If approved, work must be conducted from a quiet, secure, and confidential home-based workspace. Occasional in-office participation may be required based on business needs.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Works independently with little or no oversight. Exercises exception and elevated approval authority. Prepares loan offerings for all types of transactions at any level of complexity or in management of a portfolio as assigned. Interacts with internal/external customers. Serves as a subject matter expert for certain asset classes, and may represent or lead the department on special projects or assignments.
• Using independent judgment to identify risks and mitigants, prepares offerings and/or scorecards, such as risk ratings, by analyzing credit, collateral strength and financial worthiness of loan/transaction parties. If relevant, performs ongoing credit risk management for assigned portfolio. May coach and/or review the work of other underwriters and fill in for manager as required.
• Contacts internal/external customers and other parties as appropriate to gather information and to clarify inconsistent, incorrect or missing information. Performs relevant pre-approval and post-approval activities.
• Identifies and/or confirms all external regulatory requirements. Ensures internal policies/procedures are followed.
• Makes recommendations on credit decisions or makes credit decisions directly, as appropriate.
• Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education and experience (including military service) may be considered.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

Credit Decisions, Decision Making, Financial Analysis, Identifying Risks, Process Improvements, Results-Oriented, Risk Assessments

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Coaching Others, Credit Analysis and Verification, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Analysis, Knowledge of Underwriting, Managing Multiple Priorities, Office Support Tools, Operational Functions

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $55,000.00 – $149,500.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 02/09/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pe