Branch Manager

Summit Mortgage Corporation - NMLS# 1041; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Mortgage Corporation in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Branch Manager to lead and grow a local mortgage branch. This full-time, on-site role oversees daily operations, pipeline management, regulatory compliance, and coordination between loan officers, processors, and support staff.

You will set sales goals, drive business development, recruit and coach staff, manage budgets, and align branch strategies with company objectives while delivering a client-focused lending experience.

Qualifications

• Experience leading mortgage branch or sales team.
• Strong business development and referral network skills.
• Active NMLS license or eligibility to obtain and maintain required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day branch operations and pipeline management.
• Ensure regulatory and company compliance across all activities.
• Coordinate with loan officers, processors and support staff to deliver a seamless client experience.
• Recruit, train, and coach branch team; monitor performance and budgets.

Skills

Branch leadership

Relationship management

Compliance and risk

Negotiation and communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

Mortgage platforms

Job description

Company Description

Summit Mortgage Corporation – NMLS# 1041, also doing business as Summit Home Mortgage, Inc., is a nationwide mortgage lender focused on elevating the home financing experience. For more than 28 years, the organization has grown by building trust and strong relationships with homebuyers, partners, and team members. Summit Mortgage provides personalized service, transparency, and integrity to a wide range of clients, including first-time homebuyers, military veterans, homeowners seeking to refinance, and real estate investors. The company emphasizes client-first values and is committed to equal housing opportunity and responsible lending practices supported by clear licensing, privacy, and disclosure information.

Role Description

The Branch Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Minneapolis, MN, responsible for leading and growing a local mortgage branch. This position oversees day-to-day branch operations, including pipeline management, compliance with regulatory and company standards, and effective coordination between loan officers, processors, and support staff. The Branch Manager sets sales goals, drives business development and referral partnerships, monitors performance metrics, and ensures a consistent, client-focused lending experience. This role also involves recruiting, training, and coaching team members, managing budgets, and collaborating with senior leadership to align branch strategies with organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in mortgage lending or financial services, including branch or sales team leadership.
• Strong skills in business development, client relationship management, and referral network building.
• Proficiency in branch operations, including pipeline oversight, performance monitoring, and workflow optimization.
• Sound knowledge of mortgage products, underwriting principles, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Proven ability to recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing sales and operations teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills, with a focus on ethical, client-first service.
• Comfort with mortgage technology platforms, CRM tools, and data-driven decision-making.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Active NMLS license or eligibility to obtain and maintain required state licenses.
• Track record of meeting or exceeding production goals while maintaining compliance and quality standards.