Mortgage Loan Originator

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust•West Chester, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for developing new mortgage business, maintaining a current knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, and providing the documentation required within the operations of the department. This role involves developing and nurturing relationships with clients, realtors, attorneys, financial contacts, and community civic organizations to generate new business. It requires meeting with prospective clients, taking mortgage applications, and developing a plan based on client needs. The position also identifies marketing opportunities to promote the bank's products and services through consumer and realtor education, such as home loan counseling, real estate agent seminars, and sales meetings. Applications and required documents are prepared and submitted to the mortgage loan operations system or staff, ensuring all necessary parties are kept informed.

Requirements

NMLS Certification
At least one year of experience in mortgage originations
High School Diploma or equivalent
Thorough knowledge of current mortgage lending regulations
Strong computer knowledge and Windows skills required.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership, sales, communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and nurture relationships with clients, realtors, attorneys, financial contacts and community civic organizations and other center’s of influence to promote goodwill and generate new business.
Take a collaborative approach in actively developing business in the community through cross functional calling efforts and sales strategy.
Meet with prospective clients, take mortgage applications and develop a plan based on the needs of the client.
Identify marketing opportunities to promote the bank’s products and services geared towards consumer and realtor education.
Prepare and submit mortgage applications and all required documents to the mortgage loan operations system and/or mortgage operations staff to support the gathering of any additional information while keeping all necessary parties informed.
Exemplify our customer service philosophy by providing exceptional service to customers (internal and external) and to third party vendors.
Ability to juggle multiple priorities with clear direction from supervisor.
Attention to detail, problem solving and the ability to be proactive.
Skilled in engaging vendor relationships.
Involvement in community groups/events and strong networking skills.
Travel to assigned locations within the bank’s footprint as well as meeting clients.