External Mortgage Loan Officer (Relationship Focus)

Washington Trust Bank; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Trust Bank is seeking an experienced External Mortgage Loan Officer to source business via professional networks and realtor referrals. The role emphasizes relationship-building, timely loan submissions, and meeting production goals while representing the bank in communities across the Pacific Northwest.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of mortgage loan experience and the ability to work independently, handle complex files, and navigate compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Establishes relationships with real estate agents to refer mortgage customers.
• Pre-qualifies self-employed borrowers and analyzes tax returns.
• Maintains loan file from application to closing and coordinates with processors.
• Supports compliance and risk management duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Sources own business through professional relationships and realtor referrals.
• Turns in completed loan applications within 48 hours of receipt.
• Cross-sells WTB products to loan customers and meets production goals.
• Balances office time with community presence to promote the Bank.

Skills

Relationship building

Prospecting

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

Mortgage software

MS Office

Job description

Washington Trust Bank is seeking an experienced External Mortgage Loan Officer to source business via professional networks and realtor referrals. The role emphasizes relationship-building, timely loan submissions, and meeting production goals while representing the bank in communities across the Pacific Northwest.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of mortgage loan experience and the ability to work independently, handle complex files, and navigate compliance requirements.