Research specialist Intermediate

Research Specialist Intermediate

We are looking for a detail-oriented Research Specialist Intermediate to support credit, loan, and portfolio-related operations in Columbus, Ohio. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume environment, communicates effectively with multiple stakeholders, and maintains strong accuracy across documentation and data review. The role focuses on validating credit information, coordinating with lending partners, and helping ensure administrative and regulatory standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with underwriters and lending partners to prepare, review, and confirm credit documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with approved terms.

• Manage multiple credit and loan-related requests at once, keeping work organized and moving efficiently in a fast-paced office setting.

• Support cross-functional stakeholders by facilitating follow-up on complex credit matters and helping drive timely resolution of outstanding items.

• Monitor portfolio administration activities by identifying exposure issues, tracking exceptions, and escalating concerns that may increase risk.

• Maintain client and loan information within internal records, ensuring data remains accurate, current, and usable for analysis and reporting.

• Analyze approval documents and loan terms to highlight key details that support operational processing and informed decision-making.

• Perform due diligence reviews in accordance with established procedures, policy requirements, and underwriting guidelines.

• Verify loan pricing and documentation details to help maintain compliance, consistency, and operational quality standards.