Loan Officer

West Capital Lending; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Competitive commission

Wide range of loan products

Marketing support

Flexible schedule

Growth opportunities

Job summary

West Capital Lending is seeking a motivated Loan Officer to originate residential mortgage loans and manage the process from application to closing in a remote setting, with a Portland, OR focus. The candidate should be licensed in Oregon and possess strong knowledge of mortgage products and underwriting guidelines, plus excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

The role offers a 100% remote work environment with a competitive commission structure, potential base or draw, and

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Loan Originator license (NMLS) required.
• 2+ years of experience as a Loan Officer or Mortgage Loan Originator preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mortgage products and underwriting guidelines.
• Excellent communication, sales, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proficient with loan origination systems and digital documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Originate residential mortgage loans, including Conventional, FHA, VA, and Non-QM products.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, real estate agents, and referral partners.
• Guide borrowers through the loan application process and provide clear, timely communication.
• Analyze borrower financials to recommend appropriate loan products.
• Ensure all loan files meet federal, state, and investor compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with processing and underwriting teams to ensure smooth and timely closings.
• Stay up to date on lending guidelines, market trends, and interest rate changes.

Skills

Communication

Sales skills

Relationship building

Remote work

Customer service

Tools

Loan origination systems

Digital documentation tools

Job description

Location: Remote (Must be licensed in Oregon; Portland market focus)

Compensation: Commission-based (competitive splits; optional base or draw depending on experience)

We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Loan Officer to join our growing team. This is a remote position, with a primary focus on serving clients in the Portland, OR. The ideal candidate is self-driven, knowledgeable in residential lending, and comfortable managing the loan process from application through closing in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Originate residential mortgage loans, including Conventional, FHA, VA, and Non-QM products
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, real estate agents, and referral partners
• Guide borrowers through the loan application process and provide clear, timely communication
• Analyze borrower financials to recommend appropriate loan products
• Ensure all loan files meet federal, state, and investor compliance requirements
• Collaborate with processing and underwriting teams to ensure smooth and timely closings
• Stay up to date on lending guidelines, market trends, and interest rate changes

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Loan Originator license (NMLS) required
• 2+ years of experience as a Loan Officer or Mortgage Loan Originator preferred
• Strong knowledge of mortgage products and underwriting guidelines
• Excellent communication, sales, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Proficient with loan origination systems and digital documentation tools

What We Offer

• 100% remote work environment
• Competitive commission structure with high earning potential
• Access to a wide range of loan products and competitive rates
• Marketing and operational support
• Flexible schedule with autonomy over your pipeline
• Growth opportunities within a scaling organization