Pre-Closing Representative

BankFirst Financial Services; Macon (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

BankFirst Financial Services seeks a loan documentation professional to perform pre-closing reviews and prepare closing packages for consumer and selected commercial loans. You will verify documentation, ensure compliance with policy and senior approvals, and produce complete packages for all loan types.

Use LaserPro and internal systems, collaborate with lenders, and support third-party services while maintaining strict turnaround times and accuracy in a dynamic banking environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in consumer and commercial loan documentation, with LaserPro preferred.
• Broad knowledge of loan compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle heavy volumes under deadline pressure.
• Proficient PC and related software skills.
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritizing abilities.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify loan documents to support approved terms and conditions and adherence to policy and pricing.
• Prepare documentation for new, renewal and modified loans using internal software.
• Create complete loan document packages including promissory notes and security agreements.
• Assist with third-party services such as UCC filings and flood determinations.
• Provide guidance to lending personnel on documentation and policy issues.
• Identify potential problems and recommend resolutions.
• Participate in training and projects related to pre-closing and compliance.
• Support Department Manager and assist with bank initiatives and training of lending staff.

Skills

Loan documentation

LaserPro

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Decision making

Tools

LaserPro

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for performing pre-closing reviews of consumer and selected commercial loans and determining conformance with documentation requirements as well as bank credit policy standards and approval requirements. In addition, preparing loan closing packages for all BankFirst markets within defined turnaround time standards and ensuring adherence to prescribed compliance requirements.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Verify loan documents required to support approved terms and conditions, including reviewing entity and collateral documentation, lending authorities, and adherence to terms, pricing and conditions approved by senior-level management and/or bank loan committees.
• Prepare documentation for all new, renewal and modified loans, including consumer and non-real estate commercial loans, utilizing the bank’s internal documentation preparation software.
• Produce complete, accurate and enforceable loan document packages, including promissory notes, loan agreements, security agreements, financing statements and all necessary documents for collateral lien perfection.
• Assist with third-party services, including UCC filings and searches, flood determinations, Secretary of State standings and other external documentation as required
• Serve as a resource to all bank lending personnel and loan support areas by providing guidance and/or consultation on any documentation, policy or procedural issue
• Notify lenders of potential problems and make recommendations for resolution of problems or conflicts associated with loans and/or collateral
• Participate in training sessions, webinars and/or projects relating to pre-closing and compliance
• Provide support to Department Manager and assist with the execution and implementation of bank initiatives and the training of bank lending personnel

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• Minimum of three (3) years of work experience in consumer and commercial loan documentation, with LaserPro experience preferred
• Broad knowledge in loan compliance and regulatory requirements, with strong understanding of loan documentation for consumer and non-real estate commercials loans
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Effective organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle heavy volumes of work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficient PC and technical skills necessary to perform related job duties
• Excellent multi-tasking and prioritizing skills
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills

BankFirst is an EO employer- M/F/Veteran/Disability