Business Development Officer

Acra Lending; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Acra Lending is seeking a candidate to manage a pipeline of loans and train clients on our products and guidelines. You will develop relationships with mortgage lenders and work with internal partners to ensure timely loan processes.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong relationship management skills, and is comfortable presenting to groups. The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in contacting high-level secondary market or origination executives.
• Ability to maintain relationships and work in a progressive environment.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups.

Responsibilities

• Manage a pipeline of loans and train clients on Acra products.
• Develop relationships with mortgage lenders.
• Originate and review loans with internal partners.

Skills

Relationship management

Presentation skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Summary

This position is responsible for managing a pipeline of loans and training all clients on Acra Lending products and guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with mortgage lenders
• Train clients on all facets of Acra products and underwriting guidelines
• Originate and review loans with internal partners to move loan originations from submissions to purchased loans
• Communicate with lender clients to ensure proper and timely workflow
• Return all calls and emails daily
• Manage a pipeline of loans on a daily basis
• Meet or exceed production goals and adhere to reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with Acra guidelines along with statutory/regulatory requirements while fulfilling continuing education requirements
• Collaborate and innovate to drive continuous improvement
• Handle all situations in a professional and ethical manner
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to create and maintain high level relationships
• Want to work in the most progressive sector in the industry
• Want to work with a dedicated and energetic back‑end team dedicated to your success
• Comfortable presenting to large groups in person

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma
• Experience in contacting high level secondary market or origination executives

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, EAP counseling services, FSA & HSA, company sponsored life insurance for employee, voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, voluntary short‑term and long‑term disability, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, legal assistance, pet insurance, living will and trust preparation discounts, commuter program, annual walking challenge, employee appreciation events and monthly sales awards.