Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant

Overview Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant NEXA Lending Houston, Texas, United States The Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant is responsible for accurately setting up new purchase applications, issuing pre-approval letters, and overseeing the success of every loan from contract to close. The Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant will work cohesively with the Borrower(s), the team, the Loan Processors, the Underwriter, and any Third Parties to close 95% of all loans on time while providing an outstanding experience from application to close. This position requires time and self-management, precise verbal and written communications skills, and a working knowledge of all major investors’ guidelines. The analysis of cash, credit, and income is vital for this position. Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 yearly + bonus Responsibilities Top Duties with Measurements Set-Ups Contact all borrower(s) within 24 hours after the LO appointment Request and review the cash, credit, and income qualifications of all borrowers Pre-Approve Accurately pre-approve all borrowers Handle all payment scenario requests Proactively contact all pre-approved buyers accordingly Communicate effectively with all respective Realtor partners Contract-to-Close Accurately onboard all newly received contracts for Rate Lock consultation Expeditiously submit the loan application to Loan Processing for Disclosures Provide outstanding borrower updates, pre-closing and funding calls (if applicable) 95% of all loans cleared to close 7 days prior to closing 95% of all loans closed on time with a mandatory daily gauge check to address chokepoints 95% of all loan problems are handled before escalating to LO by having Tuesday pipeline calls Essential Duties Set-Ups Contact all newly received applications within 24 hours of being assigned by the LO Fully review 1003 with the Borrower(s) and request any other specific documents for review All efforts and avenues must be exhausted before turning down a pre-approval request Continue to update the respective Realtor partner on your progress (when needed) Understand and research all investor guidelines and stay up to date on all program changes Pre-Approve Effectively communicate all the pre-approval parameters established to the Borrower(s) Supplement the pre-approval letter with any pertinent documents Provide a courtesy phone call to the referring Realtor within 24 hours of issuance The Realtor partner fully understands any important detail of the pre-approval Rush any pre-approval requests when needed Communicate any red flags or major potential issues to the LO or Team Captain (if applicable) and the Realtor partner Perform a one-hour weekly blocked pre-approval power hour accordingly Contract-to-Close Expedite onboarding of any newly received contracts and prepare for the LO consultation call Complete a daily gauge check each morning during a pre-work ritual to determine potential chokepoints Attend weekly branch pipeline meeting to ensure all required time-to-task objectives are being met Perform outstanding Tuesday update phone calls to all borrowers Communicate internally with the processing team to fully understand all required conditions before contacting any borrower(s) and third parties Proactively contact the borrower(s) and the borrower(s)’ Attorney and Real Estate Agent 24 hours in advance of any mortgage contingency expiration to request an necessary extension Review all Closing Disclosures and compare them to the original loan estimates for accuracy Perform a meticulous pre-closing phone call 48 hours before the closing date (if applicable) Provide a congratulatory funding phone call on all loans to the borrower(s) and to both Real Estate Agents on all purchase loans (if applicable) Answer any post-closing and/or funding questions Be available after normal business hours in case of questions Consistently exceed all borrower(s) and third-party expectations Other Maintain professional communication, avoid slang and overly casual emails Act as a concierge between the borrower(s) and business partners for available programs and scenarios Qualifications Must be willing to work EST Minimum 3 years of experience in processing, underwriting, origination, or a combination of aspects Maintain an active NMLS license High school diploma or equivalent Ability to work 40 hours per week Proficient in DU/DO and LP Proficient with all major investor guidelines Proficient in any major Loan Origination System (Encompass, ARIVE) Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote Strong leadership suitability and excellent verbal and written communications Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines Organize, prioritize, and manage time through time blocking Collaborate respectfully with all employees at both the Branch and Corporate levels Complete regulatory and compliance training as required About Company The Oliver Khedawy Mortgage team at NEXA Lending is consistently ranked among the top mortgage teams in Florida. We’re a high-performing, values-driven group that combines deep industry expertise with a genuinely human approach to help clients navigate one of life’s most important financial decisions. Our team culture balances ambition with collaboration. We celebrate wins together, support each other through challenges, and believe that exceptional client service starts with how we treat one another. We’re committed to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry changes so we can provide clients with the guidance and education they need to make confident decisions. Salary Information Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 yearly + bonus #J-18808-Ljbffr NEXA Lending