Loan Officer – Private Lender

Kirkland, WA (in-office)

Join our client, a leading private real estate lender with a robust lending team and over $350M in capital. Specializing in lending to builders and developers, they boast a mortgage brokerage and development division.

With one of the top-performing funds in the U.S. and $100M in real estate acquisitions over the past four years, they continue to grow and are looking to add a Loan Officer to their dynamic team of 10.

As the Loan Officer, you will be pivotal in guiding clients through the mortgage process, from application to closing. With a focus on customer satisfaction and financial expertise, you will assess applicants' financial situations, recommend suitable loan products, and ensure a seamless transaction experience.

An ideal candidate will have 4 years of experience in the mortgage industry, strong customer service skills, and be an effective communicator and team player.

Loan Officer Responsibilities:

• Manage customer experience by implementing strategies and techniques to ensure positive interactions with the organization and its products/services at every touchpoint.
• Utilize effective communication concepts to accurately transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and customer needs.
• Conduct financial analysis to assess applicants' financial situations and determine loan eligibility.
• Originate loans by processing new applications while adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Build effective working relationships within and across departments, functional areas, and reporting lines.
• Utilize knowledge of mortgage products to recommend suitable options based on the applicant’s financial status.
• Act as the interface between loan processor, senior loan officer/mortgage loan originator, underwriter, mortgage lender or banker, and realtors to ensure a successful loan transaction.
• Review options with the senior loan officer/MLO to recommend suitable home loan products based on the applicant’s financial status.
• Educate applicants about various residential mortgage loans, answering questions and providing additional information to build personal relationships.
• Assemble financial information to assist with loan applications, prepare loan files, and assess applicants’ economic situation and eligibility.
• Develop and maintain a workable schedule to accomplish day-to-day operational goals.

Loan Officer Qualifications:

• 4 years of mortgage/banking experience and or related industry experience in construction, real estate and/or private equity.
• Knowledge of LOS software. Land Gorilla preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently, efficiently, and effectively.
• Knowledge of consumer and residential lending regulations will be beneficial.
• Experience in real estate, lending institutions, credit unions, financial services, or related fields desired but not required.
• Excellent sales, relationship-building, communication, and MS Office skills are essential.
• Willingness to complete training program to obtain NMLS/MLO/state license.

Company Benefits & Culture:

• Annual bonuses
• Free parking on site
• Employee home loan program
• Employee stock options
• 401k with a 3% match

Compensation: $60,000 base with commissions. OTE $100,000 - $120,000.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Work Location: In person