Mortgage Growth-Focused Originator

Talentify; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Onsite Mortgage Loan Originator position sources mortgage loans through referral partners, retail banking branches, and internal departments. You self-source leads, convert them into applications, present mortgage options, and ensure timely closing.

Responsibilities include building a referral network, preparing applications, and coordinating with internal teams to deliver excellent customer experience and ongoing relationship servicing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of residential mortgage originations; 4 years preferred.
• Must have an established referral network for mortgage leads.
• Experience using loan origination software and MS Office.
• Strong knowledge of Conventional and Government (FHA, VA, USDA) programs.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Must have or obtain Mortgage Loan Originator License with NMLS.
• Must be trained in all areas of mortgage lending.
• Continuing education as required by employer and industry.

Responsibilities

• Consistently achieves monthly loan production as specified in the MLO Agreement.
• Generates new business to meet profitability goals.
• Develops and maintains a growth plan for this business area.
• Networks with branches, internal departments, realtors, builders, and referral sources to generate mortgage leads.
• Evaluates customer needs and offers appropriate mortgage products or referrals.
• Prepares mortgage applications and information for processing.
• Ensures completeness of loan documentation.
• Oversees timely closing and funding of loans.
• Provides ongoing servicing to current mortgage customers to maintain goodwill.
• Responds to mortgage inquiries and cross-sells bank products as appropriate.
• Provides data to support marketing and sales programs.
• Supports CRA loan initiatives with the sales manager.

Skills

Mortgage originations

Networking

LO Software

MS Office

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Loan Origination Software

Job description

Onsite Mortgage Loan Originator position sources mortgage loans through referral partners, retail banking branches, and internal departments. You self-source leads, convert them into applications, present mortgage options, and ensure timely closing.

Responsibilities include building a referral network, preparing applications, and coordinating with internal teams to deliver excellent customer experience and ongoing relationship servicing.