Mortgage Loan Originator

Wheeler Staffing Partners; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personalized recruiting guidance

Resume support

Interview preparation

Job summary

A recruiting agency is seeking an experienced Mortgage Loan Originator for a fully remote commission-based position in Chicago. The role involves generating loan volume through referral relationships, interviewing and pre-qualifying borrowers, and managing documentation through the closing process. Ideal candidates have 1-2 years of mortgage origination experience, strong sales and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Join a supportive team that prioritizes career growth and success.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years mortgage origination experience with proven referral-based volume.
• Knowledge of underwriting, mortgage programs, and federal/state regulations (TILA, RESPA).
• Strong sales, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable in a commission-driven environment.
• Commission-based (regional variation).
• Remote flexibility with optional office access.
• Operational support.

Responsibilities

• Generate loan volume via referral relationships with realtors and brokers.
• Interview and pre-qualify borrowers, collecting documentation and educating them on loan options.
• Coordinate with borrowers and partners through to closing.

Skills

Sales skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL (Fully Remote; optional local office access)

Compensation: Commission-Based (Varies by region & cost of living)

Travel: 80% regional within the Chicago area

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Mortgage Loan Originator for a growing mortgage lender. This full-time, commission-based role is ideal for a sales-driven professional focused on building referral-based loan volume across the Chicago region.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development: Generate loan volume via referral relationships with realtors, brokers, financial advisors, and other industry partners. Attend events, seminars, and networking opportunities to drive leads.
• Loan Origination: Interview and pre-qualify borrowers, educate them on loan options, collect documentation, and provide required disclosures.
• Processing & Closing: Coordinate with borrowers and partners through closing, order legal/title documents, review disclosures, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Required Qualifications

• 1–2 years mortgage origination experience with proven referral-based volume
• Knowledge of underwriting, mortgage programs, and federal/state regulations (TILA, RESPA)
• Strong sales, relationship-building, and communication skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable in a commission-driven environment
• Commission-based (regional variation)
• Remote flexibility with optional office access
• Operational support

Ideal Candidate

Motivated, independent, and relationship-focused professional who can manage a pipeline and drive loan volume. Experienced with mortgage compliance and underwriting, and skilled at guiding borrowers from application to closing.

Why Wheeler Staffing Partners

We provide personalized recruiting guidance, from resume support and interview prep to offer negotiation and onboarding, acting as a long-term career partner invested in your success.