Mortgage Loan Originator

Location: Chicago, IL (Fully Remote; optional local office access)Compensation: Commission-Based (Varies by region & cost of living)Travel: 80% regional within the Chicago areaPosition OverviewWheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Mortgage Loan Originator for a growing mortgage lender. This full-time, commission-based role is ideal for a sales-driven professional focused on building referral-based loan volume across the Chicago region.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development: Generate loan volume via referral relationships with realtors, brokers, financial advisors, and other industry partners. Attend events, seminars, and networking opportunities to drive leads.Loan Origination: Interview and pre-qualify borrowers, educate them on loan options, collect documentation, and provide required disclosures.Processing & Closing: Coordinate with borrowers and partners through closing, order legal/title documents, review disclosures, and ensure regulatory compliance.Required Qualifications1–2 years mortgage origination experience with proven referral-based volumeKnowledge of underwriting, mortgage programs, and federal/state regulations (TILA, RESPA)Strong sales, relationship-building, and communication skillsSelf-motivated and comfortable in a commission-driven environmentCommission-based (regional variation)Remote flexibility with optional office accessOperational supportIdeal CandidateMotivated, independent, and relationship-focused professional who can manage a pipeline and drive loan volume. Experienced with mortgage compliance and underwriting, and skilled at guiding borrowers from application to closing.Why Wheeler Staffing PartnersWe provide personalized recruiting guidance, from resume support and interview prep to offer negotiation and onboarding, acting as a long-term career partner invested in your success.J-18808-Ljbffr