Mortgage Lender (on-site) - FT - Covington, Georgia

United-Bank; Redan (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexibility

Job summary

United Bank in Covington, GA, is seeking a Mortgage Lender (on-site) to originate first mortgage loans and provide expert guidance to customers. This full-time role collaborates with processing, underwriting and closing teams to ensure timely approvals and closings.

The candidate will quote rates, educate clients on loan options, and develop new business with real estate professionals while maintaining high service standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year customer service, loan processing, and/or sales experience.
• Ability to work independently, and within a team environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Customer Service focused.
• Proven analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional in presentation and demeanor.
• Proficient computer skills and active engagement utilizing technology.

Responsibilities

• Originate first mortgage loans on-site and off-site, as required, and assure these loans meet requirements set forth by secondary market and bank lending policies.
• Coordinate with processing, underwriting, secondary marketing and closing to ensure loans are being processed, approved, and closed in a timely manner.
• Notify customers in writing of credit decision made on loan request.
• Explain loan closing process and procedures, and review payment schedules ensuring customers understand repayment obligations.
• Keep informed of current trends and market developments in mortgage lending.
• Remain current on changes within the legal, regulatory, economic, and competitive technology environments which may affect real estate lending.
• Quote rates, points and fees to customers and offer lock-in rate protection.
• Develop new business opportunities by calling on real estate companies, builders and developers and other referral sources to create new business and generate new mortgage loans and retain or increase existing business.
• Initiate, promote and actively participate in, sales activities and social/civic functions to select groups for the purpose of originating new mortgage loans.
• Participate and originate “Home Buyer” seminars educating the audience on mortgage products, rates, and fees.
• Maintain a professional image and standards consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Comply with all Federal and State banking laws and related regulations, to include but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Loan processing

Sales

Time management

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Mortgage Lender (on-site) - FT - Covington, Georgia

Full Time Banking Covington, GA, US

17 days ago Requisition ID: 2017

United Bank

Who We Are:

United Bank offers exciting career opportunities and has a unique company mission and culture. We are an innovative and growing 121-year-old, $2.4 billion Community Bank, that proudly provides Signature Service to our customers, in 19 locations and 11 counties, throughout Middle Georgia.

• Competitive benefit package. Benefits include: paid employee health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid long-term disability insurance, paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer contributions, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with employer contributions, flexible spending account (FSA), wellness program, employee assistance program, vacation time, sick time, paid federal holidays, and other unique perks.
• Flexibility

Job Title: Mortgage Loan Officer

Job Summary:

Originate residential mortgage loans that meet customer expectations within established lending standards of the secondary market and in-house bank loan products. Assist customers in selecting a mortgage loan product that meets their needs as well as lending standards. Take proactive steps to promote and secure new mortgage business for the bank and provide quality services to customers through accurate financial counseling and professional interviewing tactics.

General Description/Duties:

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Originate first mortgage loans on-site and off-site, as required, and assure these loans meet requirements set forth by secondary market and bank lending policies.
• Complete applications, obtain credit reports to determine credit worthiness and debt ratio, arrange for property appraisal, order title check, and verify first lien position.
• Coordinate with processing, underwriting, secondary marketing and closing to ensure loans are being processed, approved, and closed in a timely manner.
• Notify customers in writing of credit decision made on loan request.
• Explain loan closing process and procedures, and review payment schedules ensuring customers understand repayment obligations.
• Keep informed of current trends and market developments in mortgage lending.
• Remain current on changes within the legal, regulatory, economic, and competitive technology environments which may affect real estate lending.
• Quote rates, points and fees to customers and offer lock-in rate protection.
• Develop new business opportunities by calling on real estate companies, builders and developers and other referral sources to create new business and generate new mortgage loans and retain or increase existing business.
• Initiate, promote and actively participate in, sales activities and social/civic functions to select groups for the purpose of originating new mortgage loans.
• Participate and originate “Home Buyer” seminars educating the audience on mortgage products, rates, and fees.
• Maintain a professional image and standards consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Comply with all Federal and State banking laws and related regulations, to include but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year customer service, loan processing, and/or sales experience.
• Ability to work independently, and within a team environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Customer Service focused.
• Proven analytical, reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional in presentation and demeanor.
• Proficient computer skills and active engagement utilizing technology.