Lending Assistant

Point Bank; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PointBank, a Denton County bank, seeks a Lending Assistant to support commercial lenders through the loan life cycle, from application to closing and servicing. You will coordinate between borrowers, lenders, and third parties, ensuring accuracy and timely documentation.

The role emphasizes professional communication, confidentiality, and adherence to policies, with opportunities across branch operations and cross-training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive, professional support to existing and prospective borrowers and loan processing.
• Assist with opening loan requests and assembling complete application packages (borrower info, financials, tax returns, etc).
• Coordinate ordering and receipt of appraisals, title work, insurance evidence, lien searches, and other closing items.
• Assist with monitoring loan maturity and past-due payment reports; contact customers as needed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and bank policies; participate in required training.

Job description

About the Organization
PointBank has been an independent, locally‑owned community bank serving Denton County, Texas since 1884 - over 135 years! Currently, we have nine branches conveniently located throughout Denton County. We, at PointBank, would like to invite you to use our banking services, as well as consider joining our team of dedicated employees! PointBank's mission is to make every customer feel like the only customer so they refer their family and friends. To accomplish this, we provide a fun and professional environment where employees are challenged to be the best version of themselves.

Description

Promote, market, and facilitate the overall sale of products of the bank. Contribute to the bank’s growth by the effective sale of bank services to new and existing customers with emphasis on courteous and professional service.

FLSA STATUS

This position is classified as Non‑Exempt under the FLSA.

OVERVIEW

The Lending Assistant supports assigned commercial lenders throughout the loan life cycle, from application and underwriting support through closing, booking, servicing, and ongoing portfolio administration. The role coordinates information among borrowers, lenders, credit, loan operations, title companies, attorneys, appraisers, insurance agents, and other third parties. The Lending Assistant is expected to manage details and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy, protect confidential information, communicate professionally, and elevate documentation, compliance, or servicing concerns promptly. This position does not independently approve credit or alter approved loan terms.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Following policies and procedures, serves as a primary administrative contact for assigned lenders and provides responsive, professional support to existing and prospective borrowers, and loan processing.

Assist with opening loan requests and assembling complete application packages, including borrower information, entity documents, financial statements, tax returns, rent rolls, project budgets, contracts, and other required due diligence.

Coordinate ordering and receipt of appraisals or evaluations, environmental reports, flood determinations, title commitments, surveys, insurance evidence, lien searches, organizational documents, and other closing or due‑diligence items.

Once loan is approved, order necessary loan information to complete each transaction such as: appraisals, title work for real‑estate loans, business documents, etc.

Assist loan customers with service issues such as payments, auto transfers, interest calculations, insurance reports, address changes, etc.

Assist loan customers with draws on construction projects.

Assist Loan Officers with monitoring of loan maturity and past‑due payment reports and contact customers as needed.

Assist Loan Officers with monitoring of loan ticklers/exceptions reports and contact customers for the collection of new/current financial information.

Attend all meetings and complete all training required to ensure regulatory compliance.

Comply with all applicable Federal and State regulations and guidance associated with the performance of your job function.

Comply with all applicable BSA/AML/OFAC policies and procedures associated with the performance of your job function, including participation in required training and identification of suspicious activity.

Responsible for making suggestions to improve branch/departmental operations and overall bank.

Perform other duties and assignments within the bank at Management’s request; accept periodic cross‑training, works in other branches if needed.

EQUIPMENT USE, PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS, AND WORKING CONDITIONS

EQUIPMENT USE

Telephones-F

Copier/Fax Machine-F

Computer-F

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

Light to Medium work-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Stooping/Crouching-O

Standing/Walking-F

Sitting-F

Pushing/Pulling/Lifting-O

Fingering/Grasping-F

Repetitive Motions-F

Talking/Hearing-F

Reading/Writing-F

Close Visual Acuity-worker is required to perform such tasks as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, or viewing a computer terminal.

Interpreting Data-F

Problem Solving-F

Making Decisions-O

Organizing-F

WORKING CONDITIONS

Worker is subject to inside environmental conditions; protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes-F

Worker is subject to outside environmental conditions when traveling to visit customers and potential customers outside of the bank or when traveling to required bank meetings and training sessions -F

Worker is subject to local travel as required to call on customers and potential customers outside of the bank or when traveling to required bank meetings and training sessions -F

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Full‑Time/Part‑Time Full‑Time

Shift -not applicable-

Location Denton County

Position Requirements

EOE Statement The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Recruiter at 940 686 7087. PointBank is an Equal Opportunity Employer of minorities, women, veterans, and disabled.

This position is currently accepting applications.