Mortgage Loan Officer – Bilingual/Spanish – CT

KeyCorp; Connecticut; On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking financial institution as a Mortgage Loan Officer, where you will be the primary contact for Spanish-speaking clients. This role offers the chance to assist clients in securing residential mortgage loans while developing your sales skills and client relationships. You will thrive in a dynamic environment that values customer satisfaction and quality. If you are passionate about helping others achieve their homeownership dreams and have a strong background in mortgage lending, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a loan officer in 1st mortgage production.
• Knowledge of FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA regulations and local finance laws.

Responsibilities

• Prospect home lending business to build new client loan originations.
• Originate and process residential mortgage transactions.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong customer service skills

Proficient in sales and service skills

Strong financial acumen

Emotional Intelligence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field

Job description

Mortgage Loan Officer – Bilingual/Spanish – CT

Apply locations Wallingford, CT

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 3 Days Ago

Time left to apply: End Date: February 28, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R-30209

Location: 741 North Colony Road - Wallingford, Connecticut 06492

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing market and establish yourself as the primary contact for our Spanish-speaking borrowers! Must be a fluent Spanish speaker.

Job Summary
The Mortgage Loan Officer (MLO) assists clients with the origination of residential mortgage loans, providing analysis and advice on home lending solutions that meet their needs and financial objectives. The MLO is expected to develop referrals to grow Key's home lending business and client base, meet or exceed established sales goals, and maintain high standards of client satisfaction and loan quality.

Responsibilities

• Prospect home lending business to build and develop new client loan originations and relationships.
• Originate and process 1-4 family residential real estate mortgage transactions in accordance with Home Lending process and product guidelines.
• Gather documents at the time of registering a loan and remain the primary point of contact for the client during the loan process.
• Maintain high standards of client satisfaction and quality, ensuring efficient control of sales/originator systems and workflows.
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of products, services, competitors, and competitive products.
• Maintain proficiency on sales/originator systems and develop efficient workflows.
• Stay informed of trends and developments in the real estate market and mortgage industry.
• Foster internal and external relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Comply with all KeyBank policies and procedures, acting professionally and ethically at all times.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience (preferred).

Experience Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a loan officer in 1st mortgage production (preferred).
• 3+ years of working knowledge of FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, TIL regulations, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, RESPA regulations, and local and state real estate and finance laws (preferred).

Tactical Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Proficient in sales and service skills, including tele-consulting, prospecting, networking, and COI relationship management.
• Strong financial acumen.

Personal Skills

• Emotional Intelligence: Understands the concepts of emotional intelligence (EI) and its impact on business results.

Practical Skills

• Business Acumen: Understands the business priorities of internal and external clients and relevant profitability drivers.
• Oral & Written Communication: Develops an understanding of needs and problems through careful listening and summarizing.

Core Competencies

• All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key’s Values and sustain proficiency in identified Leadership Competencies.

Physical Demands

• General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of items up to 10 lbs.

Driving Requirements

• May need to drive to multiple locations in a single day; a valid driver's license is required.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 02/28/2025

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