Licensed Loan Partner II — Mortgage Ops & Growth

NFM Lending, LLC; Pinehurst (NC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NFM Lending Inc. in Southern Pines, NC is seeking a Loan Partner II to provide licensed support to Loan Originators. You will prepare borrower files, assist with pre-approvals, coordinate with underwriters, and ensure timely submission of loan packages.

The role includes business development through referrals and marketing activities, under SAFE Act compliance. The position requires an active MLO license, strong mortgage knowledge, and excellent communication and organizational skills for a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree in business or related field preferred.
• Two years of mortgage industry experience (processing, originating, or loan support).
• Active Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) license in good standing (required).
• Strong knowledge of mortgage products, investor guidelines, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex processes clearly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple files.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and experience in loan origination software.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with borrowers, referral partners, and colleagues.
• Customer-service orientation with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete loan applications, ensuring accuracy of borrower information and compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Collect and organize borrower documentation (income, assets, liabilities, credit reports) and prepare files for underwriting review.
• Review borrower documentation and identify potential gaps to support product eligibility and processing requirements.
• Submit loan files to processing with all required disclosures and documentation.
• Assist in structuring and presenting product options to borrowers, under the direction of a Loan Originator.
• Lock loan terms in accordance with investor and company guidelines.
• Send disclosures and follow up to ensure timely return of required documentation.
• Provide regular status updates to borrowers, realtors, and referral partners throughout the loan process.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors (appraisers, title companies, verification providers) to ensure timely receipt of required reports.
• Support Loan Originators in developing and maintaining referral partner relationships, including scheduling events, calls, and communications.
• Participate in business development activities such as realtor meetings, lunch-and-learns, and marketing campaigns.
• Perform quality control (QC) reviews of files to ensure documentation aligns with company and investor checklists.
• Maintain CRM/database records for borrower and referral partner communications.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, investor guidelines, and SAFE Act licensing requirements.
• Provide exceptional customer service by ensuring timely, accurate communication and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive borrower information.
• Perform additional duties, as assigned

Job description

NFM Lending Inc. in Southern Pines, NC is seeking a Loan Partner II to provide licensed support to Loan Originators. You will prepare borrower files, assist with pre-approvals, coordinate with underwriters, and ensure timely submission of loan packages.

The role includes business development through referrals and marketing activities, under SAFE Act compliance. The position requires an active MLO license, strong mortgage knowledge, and excellent communication and organizational skills for a