Lending Assistant I

First Financial Bank • Conroe, TX

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About The Position

We’re always looking for bright individuals to join our growing organization. As a part of the First Financial Family, we will invest in your development and provide a dynamic work environment where you’re challenged, valued and empowered every day. We strive to be the best destination for the industry’s top talent, creating a diverse, collaborative workplace that celebrates innovation and change. We are one team, working together to get things done. The incumbent has frequent contact with customers and other department employees in person, by telephone and email. It is important that the incumbent function efficiently under deadlines while maintaining a professional and mature demeanor. The incumbent will be required to assist customers with the loan application process and prepare applications etc for the lending officers’ review. Once the loan has been approved the incumbent will be responsible for coordinating with the loan processors to complete and return the documentation for closing in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Requires mathematical and general business knowledge normally acquired by high school graduate.
• At least three years secretarial/administrative experience.
• Commercial or personal loan experience preferred.
• Good customer relations and communications skills.
• Accuracy, flexibility, reliability, initiative, confidentiality, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Word processing and spreadsheet software experience required.
• Proficient in grammar, punctuation, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties for one or more Sr. level loan officers engaged in commercial/consumer loans.
• Type, file, answer phone, greet and assist customers and prospective customers.
• Assist customers with the loan application process and prepare applications for the lending officers’ review.
• Coordinate with loan processors to complete and return documentation for closing in a timely manner.
• Handle special projects as assigned.
• Participate in Customer Service First sales and service culture, support the values of the organization and follow established company policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees