Mortgage Loan Originator - CT

The Washington Trust Company; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible schedule

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading community bank in Connecticut is seeking an experienced Mortgage Loan Originator to join their dynamic lending team. The ideal candidate should be sales-driven, possess strong communication and networking skills, and have proven mortgage origination experience. This position offers a commission-based salary with estimated annual earnings between $78,000 to $250,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) with company match, and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Proven outside sales mortgage origination experience.
• In-depth knowledge of mortgage products and lending practices.
• Established referral network necessary.

Responsibilities

• Originate mortgage loans and build strong relationships with clients.
• Market to realtors and builders.
• Deliver exceptional service throughout the mortgage process.

Skills

Sales-driven mindset

Strong communication skills

Networking abilities

Analytical skills

Multilingualism

Excellent marketing skills

Education

NMLS registration

Job description

Washington Trust is seeking experienced Mortgage Loan Originators to join our dynamic lending team in Connecticut. If you’re an independent, energetic, and sales‑driven professional with a passion for helping clients achieve homeownership, we want to hear from you!

Why Washington Trust?

• Comprehensive product menu and expansive portfolio lending program
• Access to leadership—your manager and senior management are invested in your success
• Sales oriented Operations team that will support your business
• Voted one of the Best Places to Work in RI since 2011
• Oldest community bank in the US. Established in 1800 and still going strong

What You’ll Do

• Originate mortgage loans and build strong relationships with clients, realtors, and referral partners
• Market to realtors, builders, and other referral sources
• Deliver exceptional service throughout the mortgage process
• Be part of a winning team with access to company paid sales tools

What We’re Looking For

• Proven outside sales mortgage origination experience with a track record of developing networks and achieving results
• In‑depth knowledge of mortgage products, lending practices, and guidelines
• Strong communication, networking, and analytical skills
• Established referral network
• NMLS registration required
• Multilingual a plus
• Excellent marketing skills a plus

Compensation & Benefits

This position is commission based with earnings tied to performance under our commission plan. Estimated annual earnings range from $78,000 to $250,000 (based on meeting production standards and historical results; higher earnings possible with top performance). Commissions are paid biweekly. Commission is one element in our competitive compensation package.

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Discounts on banking services
• Flexible schedule and hybrid/remote options within MA, CT, RI
• Opportunities for professional and personal development

Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and welfare benefits, paid time‑off, work‑life program, and a 401(k) plan.

The Washington Trust Company, and each of its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to cultivating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce. We seek to provide an environment of equal employment opportunity and advancement to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to race, color, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, pregnancy/childbirth, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or perceived disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. Click Here to view the EEOC "Know Your Rights" notice and Click Here to view the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision".