Loan Closer

Vanderbilt Mortgage•Maryville, TN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Vanderbilt Mortgage, we believe homeownership makes lives better. For over 50 years, we’ve been committed to making homeownership more attainable for families across the country by providing mortgage solutions that unlock the freedom of home. As a national housing lender, we specialize in financing new and pre-owned manufactured and modular homes. With a diverse range of loan products, a reputation for world-class customer service and a coast-to-coast presence, Vanderbilt continues to be a leader in the industry. Our strength is our people—which is why we prioritize investing in our Team Members through opportunities for growth, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful recognition of their contributions. Whether just starting out or bringing years of experience, Vanderbilt empowers our Team Members with the tools and training to build a successful career and reach their full potential. JOB SUMMARY: The Loan Closer finalizes the loan process and ensures all documentation is accurate and complete. This role confirms all conditions of the loan approval are met and that the transaction is smoothly completed. The Loan Closer reports to the Loan Closer Team Lead and performs administrative tasks surrounding loan closing. It does not negotiate or advise credit terms with consumers.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of 1 year of experience required.
Must have strong computer skills with ability to navigate Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with loan processing software.
Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently via phone, email, and in-person.
Capability of gathering facts accurately, analyzing causes, evaluating alternate solutions, and arriving at sound conclusions on action to be taken.
Ability to manage multiple and/or conflicting responsibilities.
Great attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Prepares, assembles, reviews, verifies, and generates closing documents, ensuring all compliance requirements are met.
Coordinates with closing attorneys, title companies, Home Centers, and various internal departments throughout the mortgage process to ensure timely and accurate completion of loan documentation.
Provide excellent customer service to customers and retail home centers throughout the closing process.
Utilizes company and department resources to maintain up-to-date knowledge of mortgage lending regulations to ensure compliance in loan packages.
Monitors loan pipeline to balance workload, coordinate daily workflow, and ensure loans are progressing forward based on regulatory and company’s requirements.
Maintains department telephone availability of five and a half hours.
Responds to voicemails within 24 hours.
Ensures standards are met which include call quality, accuracy, loan turn time, and Net Promoter Score (NPS).
Communicates timely with fellow team members to assist with volume and resolve issues as needed.
Attends monthly and quarterly meetings for process improvements, training and team building.
Completes compliance training regularly through the company portal.
Assists junior colleagues by answering questions or demonstrating how to complete a task.
Develops and maintains strong working relationships with all departments within Originations, home centers, and various other internal teams.
Fosters a collaborative environment.
Follow up, Final Package, and Post-Closing Reviews fees (balancing) with title companies.
Prepares loan closing package and coordinates the details of the final closing.
Assist with post-closing activities as needed, such as working within the Loan Audit queue.
Ensures all documents are properly recorded and delivered.
Prepares check requests and wires.
Communicates with any internal group needed to resolve any final issues that arise.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical and Dental Plan with Prescription Coverage and Vision
Competitive benefits including 401(K) includes 100% company match of the first 4%
Paid time off days (PTO), maternity/paternity leave, and holidays.
Community involvement including Volunteer Paid Time Off (VTO).
Tuition Assistance for your first degree
Enjoy coming “home” to our brand new, state-of-the-art Home Office equipped with onsite fitness facility with full gym, workout classes, volleyball and basketball courts, ping-pong, disc golf course, and onsite restaurant.
Wellness programs that focus on emotional, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, physical, and financial well-being.
Collaborative and energetic work environment.
Professional development and promotional opportunities.
Competitive bonus programs.