Loan Originator

Merchants Mortgage & Trust Corporation

6h•$150,000 - $250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Loan Originator will be responsible for sourcing, vetting, fostering, and closing relationships for Merchants Mortgage & Trust’s various Bridge Loan programs. Candidates should have relevant experience in providing builders with Bridge financing and should have relationships with loan borrowers active in the residential real estate Fix & Flip & Ground Up construction space. Candidates should be highly motivated, have strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a competitive yet rewarding sales position.

Requirements

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
High motivation and a proactive mindset to understand problems, offer solutions, build relationships and work through institutional decision-making
A collaborative approach to getting work done
Team-player orientation
Critical thinker regarding risk and quality of assets being originated
Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment and successfully meet established deadlines
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated with measurable results
Proficient in: Microsoft Excel, LinkedIn & LinkedIn Navigator, Teams
Bachelor’s degree required
2 or more years of experience originating bridge loans and a minimum monthly self-sourced pipeline of $3m
Established book of business
Excel, Word and basic computer skills

Responsibilities

Identify, develop, and close on prospective bridge loan borrowers
Cultivate and maintain strong business relationships with borrowers
Obtain all required paperwork and financial information from perspective borrowers
Report business development and sales activity
Meet with new and existing prospects
Help develop and execute business plans with thorough market and competitor analysis