Loan Processor

About This Role

The Loan Processor manages residential loan files from application through closing, evaluating credit, income, assets, collateral, and overall risk according to the Bank's portfolio lending and regulatory requirements. This full-time, in-office role supports the mortgage lending team and suits a detail-oriented and highly organized candidate.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential loan files from application through closing, ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and obtained within required timeframes
• Work closely with loan originators and applicants to obtain missing information, resolve documentation issues, and satisfy outstanding loan conditions
• Prepare and deliver closed-end and open-end disclosures for loans secured by 1-to-4 family residential properties within applicable regulatory timelines
• Order and review credit reports, flood determinations, and appraisals, and identify items requiring additional documentation or analysis
• Underwrite residential mortgage and home equity loan files by evaluating borrower credit, income, employment, assets, liabilities, collateral, and repayment ability
• Apply the Bank’s portfolio loan programs and underwriting policies, document the credit analysis and rationale, and recommend approval, conditions, counteroffer, or denial within assigned authority
• Use Freddie Mac standards as a guide, when applicable, while recognizing and applying the Bank’s portfolio-specific requirements and prudent lending practices
• Review appraisal, title, insurance, and other property-related documentation for acceptability and consistency with the approved loan terms
• Ensure loan files comply with the Bank’s residential lending policy, HMDA requirements, and other applicable laws and regulations; maintain accurate data and underwriting notes in the loan origination system
• Coordinate with loan originators and closing personnel to confirm that approval conditions are satisfied and the file is complete and ready for closing

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or one to two years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of residential mortgage products, credit analysis, and underwriting concepts; prior underwriting experience preferred
• Knowledge of Freddie Mac underwriting standards is a plus; ability to learn and consistently apply the Bank's portfolio loan programs and policies is required
• Familiar with loan origination systems and document management tools
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational, judgment, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance