Corporate Trainer

Rate; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rate, a leading mortgage lender, is hiring a Corporate Trainer to enable our proprietary technology across the mortgage process. You will deliver engaging live training to groups and coach new mortgage loan officers as they transition to active roles on the floor.

The role focuses on developing training materials, recording short video assets, and collaborating with VPs to refine processes and communications. Remote, full-time position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Mortgage background or equivalent experience in mortgage lending, learning & development, or training facilitation.
• Continuous mortgage knowledge to keep up with technology/process enhancements.
• Proven public speaking and presentations to groups.
• Ability to convey complex knowledge clearly with deep understanding of operations, products, and processes.
• Experience creating/updating training materials using adult learning principles.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint and Excel; video editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Host and deliver live training sessions for 20–200 trainees.
• Provide ongoing support to newly hired mortgage loan officers.
• Develop, update, and maintain training materials, reference guides, FAQs, and assets.
• Record video training assets (3–6 minutes).
• Manage training inbox and ServiceNow tickets, troubleshooting issues.
• Collaborate with VPs and stakeholders to clarify loan-level processes.
• Handle inbound support requests related to systems and workflows.
• Conduct training classes and one-on-one coaching to improve performance.

Skills

Public speaking

Mortgage knowledge

Training facilitation

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Video editing

Canva

Job description

## Corporate TrainerApply: Remote: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR101742Rate is one of the nation’s top retail mortgage lenders, delivering a seamless, tech-driven experience that helps customers reach their homeownership and financial goals. Founded in 2000 and based in Chicago, Rate is licensed in all 50 states and D.C. and has helped over 2 million homeowners with a wide range of loan products, competitive rates and personalized service. With 5,000+ employees across 300+ offices and 12+ subsidiaries, Rate’s Loan Officers rank among the best in the country. From purchases and refinances to tapping into equity, Rate makes financing faster, simpler and less stressful. Our technology — including Same Day Mortgage, the Rate App, FlashCloseSM, MyAccount and the Language Access Program — has earned recognition from HousingWire, Scotsman Guide, NerdWallet, the Chicago Tribune and Crain’s Chicago Business. Learn more at rate.com.Job Profile:Corporate TrainerJob Description Summary:Pay Range: 80k to 95kJob Description:**Corporate Trainer**The primary focus of this role is training and enablement of our proprietary technology, including key features, functionality, and how it is used throughout the mortgage processThe corporate trainer will operate in a proactive multi-faceted communication model and will assist in the collaboration and alignment between Sales and Training material. This role plays a key part in supporting the development and success of new hire mortgage loan officers as they transition from training to active roles on the floor.**Responsibilities:*** Host and deliver engaging live training sessions in front of audiences ranging from 20 to 200 trainees.* Provide ongoing support and guidance to newly hired mortgage loan officers as they begin their roles.* Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive training materials, including job aids, reference guides, FAQs, and other assets tailored to the specific needs of the lending department.* Record video training assets showing system functionality, typically between 3–6 minutes in length.* Manage ServiceNow tickets and the training inbox, troubleshooting issues with technology or systems to help remedy loan officer questions.* Work collaboratively with VPs and various stakeholders, providing expertise to assist with loan-level questions and process clarifications.* Manage inbound support requests related to systems, workflows, lending processes, and technology adoption.* Provide timely and accurate guidance to mortgage loan officers through email, chat, and one on one support.* Work collaboratively with VPs and various stakeholders, providing expertise to assist with loan level questions and process clarifications.* Facilitate training classes and conduct one-on-one coaching sessions to reinforce skills and improve performance.* Offer personalized assistance to mortgage loan officers to enhance their knowledge and competencies.* Assist with the creation and distribution of training communications, release announcements, and technology updates.* Collaborate with business partners to gather feedback from end users and help improve training content, communications, and user experience.**Qualifications:*** Must have a mortgage background or equivalent work experience in mortgage Lending, learning & development, or training facilitation.* Continuous mortgage knowledge is required, keeping up with technology or process enhancements and maintaining alignment with industry trends.* Proven experience in public speaking and delivering presentations to groups.* Ability to convey complex knowledge clearly and effectively to others, with a deep understanding of operations, products, and processes.* Familiarity with creating and updating training materials that are tailored to meet specific needs, utilizing adult learning principles.* Must be familiar with PowerPoint and Excel.* Demonstrated excitement to help others succeed and a positive attitude toward organizational change.* Ideally come from a learning and development background.* Previous experience with video editing using platforms like Canva, Bom Bom, or similar services is a plus.