Loan Officer Assistant

Loan Officer AssistantThe Loan Officer Assistant will assist and support their Senior Mortgage Banker(s) in the origination of residential real estate loans. This support role is critical in facilitating data processing, along with analysis of documents necessary to qualify and submit client files to the Operations Department. The candidate will be working hand in hand behind the scenes with the SMB in following protocol while offering and developing a timely and efficient workflow to maximize and prioritize every aspect of origination support activities.

Attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines for each task is imperative.Responsibilities:Support and collaborate with all of Flat Branch Operations Staff (i.e., Processing, Underwriting, Closing, Post-Closing, Shipping and Secondary).Establish and implement comprehensive and marketing strategies to drive business development, build strong client relationships, and support the Senior Mortgage Banker in building strong realtor and client relationships.Manage Top of Mind and all of its functions (i.e., data entry, campaign facilitation, emails, phone calls, letters and anything else deemed necessary and/or appropriate).Create, implement, and manage necessary procedures to maximize team efficiency and provide tools for success (i.e., pipeline progression and workflow)Gather, analyze, upload and label all necessary documentation into the Encompass e-folder.Timely follow-up of critical documents from clients to facilitate a timely closing.Data entry, facilitating credit pulls, running of DU/LP and GUS through our LOSSetting appointments and/or organizing business related gatheringsEnhance relationships with clients and strategic referral partners via marketing documents.All other duties as assigned.Requirements:Experience with mortgage loans, preferred but not requiredTechnical proficiencies with various software programs, desiredExtreme attention to detailExcellent communication skills, verbal & writtenSelf-starter/Self-motivatorAbility to multi-taskWillingness to learn while picking things up in a timely manner simultaneouslyProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerOccasional travel, although minimal, may be required throughout the year, as needed.Attention to detail and organizational skills, must be able to juggle tasks and deadlinesExperience working with vendors and contractors (preferred, not required)Negotiation and budgeting skillsSpread company culture to each location