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Regional Mortgage Loan Officer

Cathay General Bancorp and Careers
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
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Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic? If yes, come join our team! At Cathay Bank – we strive to provide a caring culture that supports your aspirations and success. We believe people are our most valuable asset and we proudly foster growth and development empowering you to achieve your professional goals. We have thrived for 60 years and persevered through many economic cycles due to our team members’ drive and optimism. Together we can make a difference in the financial future of our communities.

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GENERAL SUMMARY
As a “subject matter expert”, will provide training, guidance, and encouragement to less experienced bankers/MLOs in a designated region of branches. Following established policies and department procedures, responsible for loan production and processing to support fee income growth and provide the highest level of expertise and client service. To be able to work with branches and clients and provide excellent client service. Assess mortgage needs of clients and provide various beneficial Cathay Bank mortgage products. Primarily responsible for supporting the SCA Region 3/4 branches whenever a need for a mortgage loan is required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Travel to assigned Branches and assist clients who are interested in residential mortgages. Provide expertise and address questions, resolve problems, and identify ways to meet the client’s financial needs.
  • Assist clients to complete loan applications. Gather information and process each file from initial approval to closing in a timely manner.
  • Act as a liaison between branches, underwriter, closing agents and other related parties.
  • Follow up with clients and related parties on outstanding loan conditions, provide assistance to resolve processing problems.
  • Ensure the timely and accurate processing of all loans.
  • Submit accurate information that constitutes a complete loan application as required by regulations.
  • Input correct loan information into the system for processing. Ensure that all loan documentation is complete, accurate, verified and complies with Bank policy.
  • Maintain pipeline report and notify management of status as needed.
  • Assist branch personnel in cross-selling other bank products and services, to ensure an outstanding client experience for existing and prospective clients.
  • Assist branches to organize and conduct mortgage seminars as needed.
  • Participate with real estate affiliated organizations to help promote the bank and the banks products.
  • Must be knowledgeable with all bank products with a proven track record in loan closings.
  • Network with Real Estate Agents for referrals.
  • If schedule permits, maybe be asked to travel to other regions, in state and out of state to assist in mortgage origination and training.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Education: Associates Degree preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years mortgage lending and banking experience with good knowledge of lending regulations and loan processing in a multi-state lending environment.
  • Skills/Ability: Organized and detail oriented. Able to develop working knowledge of Bank’s credit policies and approval process for assigned loans. Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high production environment. Strong organizing and problem-solving skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; must be able to adapt well to a fast paced and constantly changing business environment; PC proficient at the intermediate level; demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment; demonstrated ability to provide good client service; Bilingual is a plus.
  • Licensing: Must possess an active registration or be eligible for registration under the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) within 90 days of hire.
OTHER DETAILS

$31.25 - $38.46 / hour
Pay determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Cathay Bank offers its full-time employees a competitive benefits package which is a significant part of their total compensation. It is our goal to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs which includes, coverage for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health saving account (HSA) with company contributions, voluntary coverages, and 401(k).

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Cathay Bank is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, gender, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and related medical conditions, childbirth and breastfeeding), reproductive health decision-making, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information or characteristics, disability or medical condition, military status or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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