Mortgage Loan Officer

Mortgage Leader, Team Builder, AVP at Veterans First Mortgage

Veterans First Mortgage is a trade name of Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank & Trust Company, N.A., a Wintrust Community Bank, NMLS# 449042. We help veterans understand the home loan options available to them and identify the best solutions for their unique situations. With over 212,000 families served and more than $32 billion in home loans, our experience sets us apart in the industry.

For more than 35 years, borrowers have relied on our leadership in providing quality loans, and we have earned an A+ from the Better Business Bureau.

Our parent company, Wintrust, is a financial holding company with approximately $50 billion assets under management and trades on the NASDAQ:

WTFC. Built on the “HAVE IT ALL” model, Wintrust offers sophisticated technology and resources of a large bank while focusing on service‑based community banking. We operate fifteen community bank subsidiaries with over 170 banking locations throughout the greater Chicago and southern Wisconsin market areas.

• award‑winning culture that supports Personal Growth, Respect, Trusted Relationships, All‑in Approach, Employee Empowerment
• promote‑from‑within culture
• opportunities to grow and develop in your career
• generous paid time off and flexible work hours
• you can make a difference!
• Veterans First holds top workplace awards from The Salt Lake Tribune and The San Diego Union‑Tribune

• competitive base salary + commission and opportunities for bonuses
• medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, parental leave, employee assistance program (EAP)
• traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match, flexible spending account (FSA)
• employee stock purchase plan at 5% discount, critical illness insurance, accident insurance
• transportation and commuting benefits, banking benefits, pet insurance
• tuition reimbursement

• vision to be the most referred and respected mortgage brand in the military community
• training and licensing provided, with comprehensive NMLS licensing training and full onboarding
• lead generation through a visionary marketing team and cutting‑edge lead program
• focus on building relationships with borrowers and helping them live the American dream of home ownership
• base salary plus commission, potential bonuses, full benefits package

• work on‑site with the option for hybrid or remote based on performance and experience
• deliver award‑winning customer service in an inside sales environment
• identify prospective customers through company‑generated inbound leads
• conduct customer needs analysis to understand their goals
• establish relationships with prospects and customers, building trust and encouraging referrals
• follow up with outbound calls to interested consumers
• close sales and advise customers on next steps

Stay current on new products available for customers, completing ongoing education for licensing and compliance.

• proven track record of success in a sales or customer‑service oriented environment
• strong phone presence, listening and presentation skills
• ability to multitask, problem‑solve, and manage time efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• team player who thrives in a structured and competitive environment
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 2+ years professional experience preferred

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (5% discount)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Transportation and Commuting Benefits
• Banking Benefits
• Pet Insurance

From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

Employment Type: Full‑time

Seniority Level: Entry level

Job Function: Finance and Sales