Mortgage Production Manager

Hancock Whitney; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hancock Whitney is seeking a Mortgage Division Manager to oversee a team of Mortgage originators in Houston, Texas. You will be responsible for establishing production goals, coaching the staff, and managing relationships with other business lines.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, over five years of Mortgage Origination experience, and advanced knowledge in relevant regulations. This role includes supervisory functions and requires NMLS registration under the SAFE Act.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Mortgage Origination.
• Advanced knowledge of Trust administration and operations.
• Thorough understanding of the banking industry and operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a group of originators within the Region.
• Establish and monitor production goals.
• Coaches and motivates origination staff to achieve set goals.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Detail oriented with strong analytical skills

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Marketing

Job description

Job Function / Summary

This position is primarily responsible for managing a group of Mortgage originators within a Region; establishes and monitors production goals; coaches and motivates the origination staff; manages the Mortgage Division's relationships with the other lines of business within the Region.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages and/or supervises a group of originators and assists in recruiting and developing the Originators within the Region.
• Establishes and monitors production goals.
• Coaches and motivates the origination staff to achieve set production goals through weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales production meetings.
• Assists in organizing and supervising local marketing efforts.
• Manages the Mortgage Division's relationships with other lines of business within the Region.
• Functions as the primary contact for external organizations such as the local Board of Realtors, the local Builders Association, and the local Mortgage Bankers Association.
• Responsible for the origination staff within the Region achieving their production goals.
• Assists the origination staff with improving industry product knowledge and sales ability.
• Proactively develops and maintains a good relationship with other lines of business within the bank and with external referral sources such as Realtors and Builders.
• Works with the Mortgage Operations Team to ensure service level times are met on origination, processing, and closing.
• Keeps current on all developments, applicable laws, and regulations within the mortgage field.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises 10 to 15 Mortgage Originators within the Region; carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws; responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Required Education, Experience & Knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Marketing
• 5+ years of experience in Mortgage Origination
• Advanced knowledge of Trust administration and operations
• Thorough understanding of the banking industry and operations
• Advanced knowledge of regulations applicable to the trust industry
• Handles complex assignments and projects
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• This position requires National Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) registration under the SAFE Act of 2008. Upon active employment you will be required to register or re‑register on NMLS and maintain registration; continued employment is contingent upon successful registration immediately after the start date and annual renewal thereafter.

Essential Mental & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
• Ability to operate a keyboard if required to perform essential job functions
• Ability to read and interpret documents if required to perform essential job functions
• Ability to travel if required to perform essential job functions
• Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 20 pounds if required; accommodations can be provided if necessary.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.