Loan Officer Assistant

TEEMA; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a detail-oriented Loan Officer Assistant to support loan processing in a fast-paced environment in the United States. You will manage document collection, communicate with clients, and keep underwriting informed to ensure smooth workflows.

Ideal candidates will have LOA or loan processing exposure, strong MS Office skills, and a solid understanding of mortgage regulatory standards. This role emphasizes accuracy, proactive communication, and efficient pipeline management.

Qualifications

• Prior LOA or loan processing experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office; Encompass experience ideal.
• Knowledge of mortgage lending guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and time management.

Responsibilities

• Gather and verify client financial documents for loan files.
• Serve as liaison between loan officers, clients, and underwriters.
• Track pipeline and scheduling to support timely processing.
• Ensure pre-closing file reviews for compliance.

Skills

Loan Officer Assistant experience

Client communications

Time management

Tools

Encompass loan software

MS Office

Job description

This client is hiring due to high demand! This LOA will support a successful Loan Officer by managing document collection, client communications, pipeline tracking, and regulatory compliance to ensure smooth, efficient loan processing.

Responsibilities

• File Preparation & Documentation: Gather, verify, and review client financial records (income, credit, assets). Track missing items and prepare accurate loan files for submission.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between loan officers, clients, and underwriters. Deliver pipeline updates and manage scheduling.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Perform pre-closing file reviews to ensure full compliance with internal policies and lending regulations.
• Administrative Operations: Maintain electronic document filing, field client inquiries, and generate status reports.

Expected Skills & Experience

• Prior background as a Loan Officer Assistant (LOA) or Loan Processor highly preferred. Related client-facing background would be considerable, such as real estate, title, or insurance work.
• Proficiency with Encompass loan software (ideal) and MS Office Suite (required).
• Strong understanding of mortgage lending guidelines and regulatory standards, ideal.
• Detail-oriented, proactive problem solver with strong time management and communication skills.

Expected Earnings

This role pays an hourly rate/salary as well as a competitive incentive per file.