Mortgage Loan Originator - Grow Your Network & Close Deals

Hancock Whitney Bank; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney Corporation in Lake Charles, LA, seeks a mortgage loan originator to originate portfolio loans including conventional, FHA, VA, and RD while ensuring investor and regulatory compliance. You will build referral networks, manage a loan pipeline, coordinate with processors, underwriters, and closers, and guide borrowers through the application and closing process.

The role requires knowledge of mortgage laws, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; NMLS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; not required.
• 2 years of sales experience required.
• 2+ years of mortgage origination experience preferred.
• NMLS registration is required after hire.
• Solid knowledge of mortgage laws and investor guidelines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Originate portfolio loans including conventional, FHA, VA, and RD.
• Promote Bank products to clients in the community.
• Maintain a clean loan pipeline; coordinate with processors, underwriters, and closers.
• Provide expert mortgage advice to borrowers and ensure investor/compliance adherence.
• Prepare and submit applications with all required documentation.
• Coordinate closings with borrowers, Realtors, and closing agents.
• Keep all parties informed of status and changes.

Skills

Mortgage origination

Sales experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Outlook

Job description

Hancock Whitney Corporation in Lake Charles, LA, seeks a mortgage loan originator to originate portfolio loans including conventional, FHA, VA, and RD while ensuring investor and regulatory compliance. You will build referral networks, manage a loan pipeline, coordinate with processors, underwriters, and closers, and guide borrowers through the application and closing process.

The role requires knowledge of mortgage laws, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; NMLS