Mortgage Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Mortgage Assistant to support a busy mortgage team in Michigan. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable managing multiple loan-related tasks in a fast-paced financial services environment. The person in this role will help keep mortgage files accurate, complete, and moving forward while coordinating documentation, reporting, and closing support.

Responsibilities:
• Examine mortgage files and supporting records to confirm completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established guidelines.
• Distribute loan documentation and related information to the appropriate internal and external parties in a timely manner.
• Analyze daily Visa reports and identify items that require attention, follow-up, or correction.
• Assemble closing packages by gathering required documents and ensuring files are prepared for funding.
• Communicate with title companies to confirm outstanding items, resolve issues, and support timely closings.
• Maintain organized loan records through copying, scanning, filing, and document tracking activities.
• Monitor files for errors or missing information and take action to help prevent processing delays.
• Work independently while collaborating with the mortgage team to keep loan operations running efficiently.• At least 2 years of experience in mortgage operations, mortgage banking, or a related area within the mortgage industry.
• Working knowledge of mortgage documents, loan files, and mortgage application processes.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to review documents for accuracy and compliance concerns.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external partners.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain orderly records.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in handling administrative support duties related to closings, funding, and file maintenance.