Mortgage Loan Originator

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Branch and/or Production Manager, markets and promotes Highland Home Loan's products and services to its client base of realtors, builders, bank officers and potential and past clients. Performs office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of Highland Home Loans and its customers.

• Evaluates Highland Home Loan's and other loan products and services and determines which financial products best meet the customer’s needs and financial circumstances.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with realtors, bank officers, builders and new home sales representatives in order to develop and retain existing business; and by visiting subdivisions as required.
• Markets and promotes Highland Home Loan's financial products.
• Originators are expected to meet the Company’s minimum production standards of 4 funded units or $800,000 in funded volume on an ongoing basis per month, by taking complete and accurate loan applications, using Highland Home Loan’s product set.
• Monitors overall customer interaction and interfaces with all parties involved on each individual loan from application to closing, including but not limited to counseling and pre-qualifying potential home buyers.
• Collects and analyzes information regarding the customer’s income, assets, investments or debts.
• Advises the customer regarding the advantages and disadvantages of different loan products.
• Services existing customers and obtains all necessary support documents along with the appropriate fees and lock‑in information.
• Oversees the loan process by monitoring loan status and ensures conformity with terms.
• Communicates loan status to all interested parties, and obtains loan documentation after closing.
• Presents terms and conditions of loans with customers.
• Stays abreast of trends and developments in the local real estate market and competitive environment, as well as, changes in rules and regulations pertaining to private and government insured mortgages.
• Maintains a professional image and adheres to standards consistent with company policies and procedures.
• May supervise and direct the activities of other loan officer(s), loan officer assistant(s), or loan processor(s).
• Other functions as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent and appropriate licenses as required by state.
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile liability insurance.
• A minimum of 12 months loan originator experience required.
• Interacts with regional & corporate departments, as well as realtors, sales agents, builders, appraisers, etc.
• Demonstrated judgment and decision making ability. Excellent and effective presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to quickly assess and process large amounts of data and use of appropriate AU software technology.
• Must be active in the community and in those job‑related organizations to enhance the network of beneficial contacts.
• Continue to expand knowledge of issues influencing the industry and the organization.