Dynamic Mortgage Loan Originator: Grow Referral Network

First Financial Bank; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Financial Bank is seeking a Mortgage Loan Originator to originate and grow mortgage loans through referrals, retail branches, and marketing efforts. You will self-source leads, present loan options, collect documents, and drive timely closings while maintaining strong customer relationships.

The role requires 2+ years of mortgage origination experience, an established referral network, and proficiency with loan origination software and MS Office. NMLS license is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience originating residential mortgages; 4 years preferred.
• Must have existing referral network to provide mortgage leads.
• Experience using loan originating software and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of Conventional and Government mortgage programs (FHA, VA, USDA).
• Bachelor's degree or four years related experience/equivalent.
• Must have or obtain Mortgage Loan Originator License (NMLS).
• Must be trained in all areas of mortgage lending and maintain CE.

Responsibilities

• Originate mortgage loans sourced through referrals, branches, and marketing efforts.
• Self-source mortgage leads and convert to applications.
• Present mortgage products and collect borrower documents for processing.
• Ensure completeness of loan documents and timely closing/funding.
• Provide ongoing relationship servicing to current mortgage customers.
• Promote other bank products as appropriate to customer requirements.
• Support CRA loan initiatives in the local market.

Skills

Mortgage origination

Referral network

MS Office

Loan software experience

Underwriting knowledge

Continuing education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Loan origination software

MS Office Suite

Job description

First Financial Bank is seeking a Mortgage Loan Originator to originate and grow mortgage loans through referrals, retail branches, and marketing efforts. You will self-source leads, present loan options, collect documents, and drive timely closings while maintaining strong customer relationships.

The role requires 2+ years of mortgage origination experience, an established referral network, and proficiency with loan origination software and MS Office. NMLS license is required or obtainable.