Sr. Manager of Closing

Eleven Recruiting; Tustin (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Eleven Recruiting client in California seeks a Sr. Manager of Closing to oversee loan administration, closing, and post-closing quality assurance. Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days onsite in Tustin, CA or Downtown LA.

Lead a team, ensure timely closings, and manage regulatory compliance across the loan lifecycle. Requires 5+ years in loan administration management, 10+ years in financial services, and LaserPro documentation expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or related field.
• 5+ years as a Loan Administration Manager or similar role.
• 10+ years in financial services experience.
• Managerial experience in loan administration, closing or servicing.
• LaserPro loan documentation experience required.
• Salesforce, Loan Origination System, DocuSign, and loan management software familiarity a plus.
• Strong understanding of commercial loan processing and regulations.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily loan administration operations and closings.
• Lead, train, and mentor staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Manage customer inquiries and resolve escalated issues on loans.
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements and regulations.
• Generate reports on loan activity and team performance.
• Coordinate with IT for system updates and integrations.
• Organize training sessions on regulations and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or business

Tools

LaserPro

Salesforce

DocuSign

Loan Origination System

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Eleven Recruiting

We are a specialized technology staffing agency supporting professional and financial services companies. Why do we stand out in technology staffing? We listen and act as advisors for our candidates on how they can best add value, find interesting projects, and pave a path for career advancement. We advocate for the best pay, diversity in tech, and the best job fit for every candidate we place.

Our client, a financial services company, is seeking a Sr. Manager of Closing to join their team in Tustin, CA or Downtown, LA!

HYBRID: Tustin, CA or Downtown, Los Angeles; 3 days onsite

Responsibilities:

Operational Oversight

• Manage daily operations of the loan administration, including loan documentation & closing and post-closing quality assurance, direct interface with credit, closing, finance, servicing, and quality assurance.
• New Loans and modifications are documented and closed accurately. Provides Quality Control and Assurance of all loans.
• Ensure collateral is perfected in accordance with the loan approval prior to funding of loans. Loans are disbursed appropriately and correct funding source is utilized.
• Loan documentation matches approved credit memos, including any modifications to the memo.
• Ensure that loan closing processes are streamlined and efficient, identifying areas of improvement and implementing best practices.
• Processes are well documented.
• Maintain and update loan processing systems and databases to ensure accurate record keeping.
• Work with Legal or outside counsel for loan specific loan documentation language.
• Monitor lending pipeline to ensure timely and accurate closings in a fast-paced environment.

Team Management

• Lead, train, and mentor staff to ensure they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Coordinate staffing needs, handle hiring, training, and staff development.

Customer Service

• Oversee customer service interactions, ensuring that customers' questions and concerns regarding loans are addressed promptly and accurately.
• Mediate and resolve any escalated customer complaints or issues related to loan administration.
• As required by the loan, clearly communicate, and work closely with third party vendors such as insurance agents, contractors, escrow and title agents or other loan vendors.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure that all loan processes comply with funder requirements, guaranty requirements and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Regularly review policies and procedures to ensure they are in line with regulatory changes.
• Oversee internal audits of the loan administration department, implementing corrective actions when necessary.

Reporting & Analysis

• Generate regular reports on loan activity, team performance, and other relevant metrics.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure departmental success and areas of improvement.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on data analysis.
• Work closely with across departments such as sales, credit, accounting, servicing, quality assurance and risk management to ensure seamless integration of loan operations.
• Coordinate with IT to facilitate system updates, integrations, or any technological requirements related to loan administration.

Training & Development

• Stay updated with commercial loan program requirements and loan administration to incorporate prudent industry best practices.
• Organize regular training sessions for the team on new regulations, technologies, or process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient and effective operation of the department and that help to make the firm the best place to work.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5 years’ experience as a Loan Administration Manager or similar role.
• Financial services work experience of more than 10 years.
• Managerial experience of a Loan Administrator, Documentation, Closing or Servicing department required.
• LaserPro Loan Documentation experience required.
• Salesforce, Loan Origination System, Docusign, electronic document filing systems, a plus proficiency with loan management software
• Strong understanding of commercial loan processing procedures and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and organizational abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detailed oriented and strong organization skills.
• Must work effectively with other staff members and work well in a busy environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Documentation requirements for C&I and Commercial Real Estate loan transactions, loan participation documents and specialized loan products.
• Sophisticated word processing and computer database skills, especially in Microsoft Office applications.
• Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement analysis, operations and regulations.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at all organizational levels, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical ability with active listening skills.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and deadlines, including extended work hours.
• Exhibit a professional, business-like appearance and demeanor.

Documented Proof of identity and legal eligibility to work in the United States.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We do not offer STEM OPT training opportunities and cannot complete Form I-983.

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