Mortgage Banker

First Merchants Brand•Munster, IN

About The Position

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Mortgage Banker to join our team! This position will be responsible for handling prospective customer and existing client mortgage needs. This would include initial consultation, gathering and review of financial information and inputting file into our Mortgage Loan Origination System. The Mortgage Banker will be responsible for discussing client’s needs, recommending the best loan products, helping customers put together a complete loan package and working with the underwriting team throughout the loan process. Utilize professional judgement to determine which potential borrowers represent good risk opportunities for the organization. As part of this role you will: Use referral sources to develop mortgage loan business. Build and maintain business relationships within the community. Provide excellent customer service from approval through closing, working closely with loan origination sources to secure and verify all information required for underwriting. Market to and prospect for new referral sources (Realtors, Builders, COI). Develop new and expand internal and external referral sources to grow business. To be successful in this position, we require the following: High school diploma or equivalent (GED). A minimum of two (2) years of experience self-sourcing leads in a financial services environment. Ability to transport self to various locations within assigned region. First Merchants offers the following: Base Pay PLUS Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 401k Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Vacation/Sick Time Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Additional Benefits A little about us: First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy. Our Vision is: To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve. Our Mission is: To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders. Our Team: "We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging." Apply today to begin your career with us!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
A minimum of two (2) years of experience self-sourcing leads in a financial services environment
Ability to transport self to various locations within assigned region

Responsibilities

Handling prospective customer and existing client mortgage needs
Initial consultation, gathering and review of financial information and inputting file into our Mortgage Loan Origination System
Discussing client’s needs, recommending the best loan products, helping customers put together a complete loan package and working with the underwriting team throughout the loan process
Utilize professional judgement to determine which potential borrowers represent good risk opportunities for the organization
Use referral sources to develop mortgage loan business
Build and maintain business relationships within the community
Provide excellent customer service from approval through closing, working closely with loan origination sources to secure and verify all information required for underwriting
Market to and prospect for new referral sources (Realtors, Builders, COI)
Develop new and expand internal and external referral sources to grow business