Loan Officer Trainee

Cavco Homes; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CountryPlace Mortgage is seeking a Loan Officer Trainee for our Plano, TX office. You will collaborate with multiple departments to review loan documentation and support credit decisions. This in-person role emphasizes learning and growth within the Originations Department.

Qualified candidates will study for the MLO Exam and progress toward becoming a Loan Officer, with potential promotion upon successful licensing. On-site role with full-time hours and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required in Marketing, Business, Accounting, Finance or Management.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
• Effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to study for and pass the MLO Exam.

Responsibilities

• Review loan applications, credit reports, income and asset documents to render credit decisions per investor guidelines.
• Maintain high service levels for retailers and customers.
• Communicate loan approval or denial reasons to the appropriate party.
• Work with internal staff to provide follow-up, counter offers and additional information.
• Refer loan requests with recommendations to underwriters.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

BA/BS in Marketing, Business, Accounting, Finance or Management

Bachelors in Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• On-site
• Travel Required : No
• Rate : $26.44 USD per hour
• CPM Mortgage
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: LOANO004803

Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

CountryPlace Mortgage, a leading nationwide personal property, mortgage and commercial lender headquartered in Plano, TX, is seeking a Loan Officer Trainee to help grow our Originations Department. This in-person role is in our Plano, TX office. As a Loan Officer Trainee, you will collaborate with Loan Officers, Loan Processors, Lending Associates, Underwriting, Compliance team and other essential departments. The Loan Officer Trainee will be responsible for performing a detailed review of loan documentation. This includes reviewing the credit application, credit reports, income documentation, asset documentation and any other loan documentation required to render a credit decision. The Loan Officer Trainee will also be accountable to study for and pass the MLO Exam.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and analyze loan application, credit report, income and asset documentation to render credit decisions in compliance with investor guidelines
• Maintain the highest level of service possible for retailers and customers
• Provide unparalleled service, ensuring needs are met in a timely and accurate manner
• Effectively communicate the loan approval or denial reasons to appropriate party
• Work with internal staff to provide follow‑up, counter offers and additional information
• Refer loan requests with recommendations and documentation to underwriters
• Reviews conditions submitted on approved loans, clears conditions when appropriate and submits to Credit Analyst for review and approval
• Ensure loans adhere to investor guidelines
• Assist Loan Officers by completing service orders and reviewing condition submissions
• Assist servicing department by collecting payments during times of high volume
• Ability to adjust work and thought process to accommodate multiple investor guidelines
• Dedicate time to studying MLO Exam materials, completing practice and passing the MLO Exam
• Assist LO’s in ordering services, preparing internal items and other LO tasks as
• Apply for licenses as directed by management and complete all license requirements in a timely manner
• Communicate with borrowers for conditions and other clerical items
• Consistently meets and exceeds individual, team and department objectives
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS, CAPABILITIES & SKILLS

• Effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Capable organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multi‑task
• Competent attention to detail
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Employ a strong sense of urgency and ownership in all activities
• Ability to work well with a wide range of people

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS degree required in Marketing, Business, Accounting, Finance or Management
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel

WE OFFER

• Promotion to Loan Officer upon passing the MLO Exam
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Match
• Generous PTO
• FSA/HSA Plans
• Life /Disability/Accidental Insurance and much more!

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Local candidates only - relocation not available.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Cavco Industries and CountryPlace Mortgage are committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment.

Travel Required

No .

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Microsoft Excel Intermediate

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Finance or related field.

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