Loan Officer

Schedule: Full-time | Remote (occasional in-office sales meetings)

Compensation: Base salary or draw, depending on experience, plus commission (100 BPS on purchase loans)

Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) with match, profit sharing

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a motivated and experienced Loan Officer to join a reputable, locally-based lending team in Oak Lawn, IL. This role is ideal for professionals focused on delivering high-quality, efficient mortgage solutions while building strong client and community relationships.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, referral partners, and the local community
• Guide borrowers through the mortgage process, from application to closing
• Collect, review, and verify documentation for loan processing
• Analyze financial data and recommend suitable loan products
• Coordinate with internal teams (underwriting, processing) to ensure timely closings
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of loan products, interest rates, and industry regulations
• Ensure compliance with all lending guidelines and internal procedures

• Active NMLS license required
• Prior experience in mortgage lending, loan origination, or financial services
• Knowledge of underwriting processes and loan program guidelines
• Familiarity with the Chicagoland housing and lending market
• Proficiency with loan origination systems and relevant technology
• Must complete a personality assessment (seeking driven, high-need candidates)

• Experience managing loan volumes around $5M annually
• Focus on quality lending with efficient turnaround (loans typically close within 10 business days)

• Join a stable, reputable company with a 50-year presence in the local community
• Collaborative, tenured team environment