Loan Documentation & Compliance Specialist

BankFirst Financial Services; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BankFirst Financial Services in Columbus, MS, is seeking a Loan Documentation Specialist to perform pre-closing reviews of consumer and selected commercial loans and to prepare closing packages within defined turnaround times and compliance standards.

You will verify required documents, ensure adherence to approved terms, assist with third-party filings, and support lenders with accurate, complete loan documentation and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in consumer and commercial loan documentation.
• Broad knowledge of loan compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle heavy volumes of work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient PC and technical skills necessary to perform related job duties.
• Excellent multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify loan documents required to support approved terms and conditions, including reviewing entity and collateral documentation, lending authorities, and adherence to terms, pricing and conditions approved by senior-level management and/or bank loan committees.
• Prepare documentation for all new, renewal and modified loans, including consumer and non-real estate commercial loans, utilizing the bank’s internal documentation preparation software.
• Produce complete, accurate and enforceable loan document packages, including promissory notes, loan agreements, security agreements, financing statements and all necessary documents for collateral lien perfection.
• Assist with third-party services, including UCC filings and searches, flood determinations, Secretary of State standings and other external documentation as required
• Serve as a resource to all bank lending personnel and loan support areas by providing guidance and/or consultation on any documentation, policy or procedural issue
• Notify lenders of potential problems and make recommendations for resolution of problems or conflicts associated with loans and/or collateral
• Participate in training sessions, webinars and/or projects relating to pre-closing and compliance
• Provide support to Department Manager and assist with the execution and implementation of bank initiatives and the training of bank lending personnel

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Decision making

Under pressure

Tools

LaserPro

Job description

BankFirst Financial Services in Columbus, MS, is seeking a Loan Documentation Specialist to perform pre-closing reviews of consumer and selected commercial loans and to prepare closing packages within defined turnaround times and compliance standards.

You will verify required documents, ensure adherence to approved terms, assist with third-party filings, and support lenders with accurate, complete loan documentation and policy compliance.