Analyst - Loan Closing

FARMER MAC•Johnston, IA

17h•$58,000 - $68,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Analyst - Loan Closing handles coordinating, preparing, and closing agricultural loan transactions in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. This role works closely with agricultural lenders, title companies, and internal servicing and post close teams to ensure correct, prompt, and compliant loan closings that support the unique needs of farm, ranch, and agribusiness customers. THE PEOPLE YOU WILL WORK WITH The position will report directly to the Manager - Loan Processing and Closing. The position will directly liaison with other members of the Operations team as well as Loan Accounting, Underwriting, Business Development, and Legal departments. WHERE AND WHEN YOU WILL WORK The position will be based in the Farmer Mac Johnston, Iowa, location, with the possibility of remote hire for the exceptional candidate. Core business hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 p.m. Central. Work outside of these times may be needed for planned and unplanned activities and to complete time sensitive projects. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Prepare and review loan closing documentation for agricultural real estate loans to ensure proper perfection of collateral interests. Coordinate loan closings with seller banks, title companies, attorneys, and internal departments. Ensure all loan terms, conditions, and approvals are accurately reflected in closing documents, including insurance, UCC filings, title commitments, and environmental requirements. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Monitor pipeline to ensure prompt closings and resolve any issues that may delay funding. Communicate proactively about closing timelines and documentation needs. Maintain correct physical and electronic records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Complete onboarding of new loans in the servicing software to ensure maximum utilization is achieved for billing and reporting. Send welcome packets to seller banks and borrowers. Support post-closing processes by ensuring complete and accurate loan packages are delivered for funding, servicing, and support audits and reviews. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Working knowledge of agricultural lending products.
Knowledge of land surveys, legal descriptions, and title insurance specific to agricultural properties.
Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Outstanding knowledge of MS Office.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with loan systems and documentation tools.
Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of commercial or agricultural mortgage closing experience, legal assistant/paralegal experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review loan closing documentation for agricultural real estate loans to ensure proper perfection of collateral interests.
Coordinate loan closings with seller banks, title companies, attorneys, and internal departments.
Ensure all loan terms, conditions, and approvals are accurately reflected in closing documents, including insurance, UCC filings, title commitments, and environmental requirements.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Monitor pipeline to ensure prompt closings and resolve any issues that may delay funding.
Communicate proactively about closing timelines and documentation needs.
Maintain correct physical and electronic records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Complete onboarding of new loans in the servicing software to ensure maximum utilization is achieved for billing and reporting.
Send welcome packets to seller banks and borrowers.
Support post-closing processes by ensuring complete and accurate loan packages are delivered for funding, servicing, and support audits and reviews.
Perform other duties as assigned.