What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mortgage Lender position at Robert Half?
Are you a sales-minded leader with the intensity and hunger to drive growth? This Real Estate Lending Manager role is a high-impact, highly visible position overseeing a team of 20 across Michigan and Florida. You’ll lead initiatives that boost production, expand market share, and launch new products, while ensuring operational excellence and compliance. The role combines strategic leadership, operational oversight, and a focus on driving volume and supporting Mortgage Lending Officers (MLOs). This role will be hybrid (3 days in office / 2 remote) after training located in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Responsibilities:• Manage and lead a team of 20 professionals, including underwriters, servicing staff, and back-office personnel, ensuring optimal performance and collaboration.• Drive mortgage lending volume by supporting MLOs, identifying pipeline opportunities, and recommending new products based on market trends.• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to boost production, improve efficiency, and enhance scalability.• Hold team members accountable for performance metrics, providing coaching and shadowing underperforming staff when necessary.• Participate in client meetings for escalations and high-level sales calls to reinforce leadership presence.• Collaborate with IT, marketing, and branch leadership to align operations with organizational goals and drive growth.• Monitor portfolio performance, ensuring compliance with Fannie Mae guidelines and secondary market requirements.• Analyze market gaps and lead the launch of new products to meet evolving customer demands.• Oversee budgets, reporting, and operational processes to maintain efficiency and accuracy.• Champion initiatives that enhance team development and operational excellence.
Salary : $140,000 - $160,000