Mortgage Loan Originator

Mortgage Loan Originator

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Mortgage Loan Originator for their Financial Services Branch. The right candidate will promote and provide business development, origination of loans, relationship management with customers and clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interview mortgage applicants to understand and educate them on their financing options available.
• Understand the loan applicant's goals in order to advise and review potential loan programs that would best suit their needs and stated goals
• Be accessible to the buyer and individuals involved in a loan to answer questions and/or provide updates
• Maintain reports and notes within the origination software and customer relationship management systems
• Review new leads daily and contact them to earn their business
• Daily Pipeline Management (loan application to funding process) to ensure that the loan process goes smoothly for all parties involved
• Make presentations on loan products in sales meetings and with Sales staff in builder communities
• Quickly respond to Operations in order to facilitate an efficient loan process
• Provide necessary disclosures to a loan applicant within a timely manner in accordance with regulations
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Able to work overtime
• Able to travel overnight
• Market the company's products and services accurately and effectively to potential business sources
• Develop sales leads for mortgages in builder communities and real estate offices
• Provide weekend coverage in builder communities and grand opening functions
• Review all documentation provided by borrower, check for accuracy, and address any discrepancies
• Be familiar and comply with all company QC policies, review updates to the manual, and attend meetings as necessary
• Provide input to management, and attend production/staff meetings
• Infrequently, assist in resolving post-closing/funding problems
• Attend loan closings when possible

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university. One to two years of related experience and/or training. Must have a vehicle and a valid driver's license. Licensed Mortgage Loan Originator as required by state. Possess general mortgage banking understanding (including but not limited to: lock procedures, program analysis, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory timelines). Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to accurately and efficiently process and record a large volume of data. Ability to act as a team player and be willing to accept constructive criticism. Bilingual preferred.

Job: Financial Services

Primary Location: Tennessee-Chattanooga

Organization: Mortgage

Schedule: Full-time