Mortgage Originator

M&T Bank Corporation; Radnor (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation in Radnor, PA seeks a Mortgage Origination professional to work hybrid. Responsibilities include interviewing applicants, collecting income/assets, assessing creditworthiness, and recommending mortgage products including FHA/VA and conventional loans.

The role involves nurturing relationships with Realtors and builders and traveling to client sites as needed. Required are an associate degree and 2 years sales experience (or 4 years higher education/work).

Qualifications

• Demonstrated sales ability to cultivate mortgage business.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of FHA/VA regulations and conventional loan requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Interview applicants to collect income, assets, debts, and credit data.
• Assess creditworthiness and determine loan eligibility.
• Recommend mortgage products and negotiate terms with borrowers.
• Market bank mortgage products to Realtors, builders, and developers.
• Travel to client homes or business locations as needed.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Education

Associates degree

Job description

## Mortgage OriginatorApply: Hybrid Position: Radnor, PA: Full time: Posted Today: R90403# **Overview:**Primarily responsible for working with customers interested in identifying and obtaining permanent FHA/VA and conventional mortgage loans and other residential mortgage programs that best meet the customer’s financial needs and objectives, and adhering to the requirements of federal registration under the SAFE Act.## **Primary Responsibilities:*** Interviews applicants to collect and analyze information regarding their income, assets, debts and credit data as well as their needs, desires, and earnings to assist in determining whether the loan will be an acceptable risk; obtains and analyzes pertinent financial and credit data.* Independently assesses applicant’s credit worthiness. Has authority to issue pre-qualification statement of borrowers’ eligibility.* Determines which products best meet the customer’s needs and financial circumstances and advises potential borrowers regarding the advantages and disadvantages of different financial products and the most appropriate mortgage loan programs.* Makes recommendations to customers regarding other bank products or to alternative lending vehicles, as needed.* Cultivates new mortgage business. Markets, services and promotes the bank’s mortgage products. This includes the solicitation of residential first mortgages through contacts with Realtors, builders, and developers.* May be required to travel to and work at prospective customers’ homes or business locations. Follows-up on potential customers via travel or telephone.* Negotiates terms and conditions of loan with mortgagors. Has authority to bind the bank in connection therewith.* Ensures lending compliance with all origination procedures including bank policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.* Advises management on effective compliance strategies and potential modifications to corporate operating policies where appropriate to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.* Independently monitors trends and developments in the local real estate market, as well as the changing rules and regulations pertaining to both private and government-insured mortgages.* Represents the bank in the community and related functions to identify, develop and promote additional business. May present seminars to general public and real estate agents to promote additional business and community outreach.## **Scope of Responsibilities:**The incumbent always works under limited supervision, sometimes away from the office.The position requires extensive external contacts (potential and existing customers, Realtors, etc.), as well as internal contacts (other Bank personnel) primarily on sales calls outside the office.Will interact with individuals and teams internally and within the community assigned, developing new relationships and maintaining existing relationshipsResponsibility to establish and maintain federal registration requirements outlined in the SAFE Act.## **Education and Experience Required:**Associates degree and 2 years sales experience,OR in lieu of a degree,A combined minimum of 4 years higher education and/or relevant work experience, including a minimum of 2 years sales experience.Thorough knowledge of FHA/VA regulations, conventional loan requirements and real estate law.## **Education and Experience Preferred:**Technical SkillsGeneral knowledge of personal computers and software programs utilized by Residential Mortgage DepartmentProven sales ability.Strong mathematical skills.Self-motivated, well-organized individual.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to interact with individuals at all income levels and peers in a professional manner.Demonstrated ability to work independently and to follow through on details to completion.Ability to work under critical time constraints.M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. Compensation for this role is based on commission - a draw will be advanced. The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.