Area Sales Manager

Mortgage Industry Sales Leader

Aggressive Growth Client seeks an experienced Mortgage Industry Sales Leader to expand the Asheville Market.

Join a team to support the Corporate vision by implementing growth strategies that enhance loan production in the Eastern Division. The Ideal candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining a strong and efficient sales and operations team. Implement business development and sales strategies that will expand market share within the region. Analyze and improve profitability.

Responsible for the operation of residential mortgage branches engaged in originating, processing, and closing residential mortgage loans.

Committed to excellence in leadership and customer service

Who possesses the skills to build quality relationships

Have developed their skills in several areas (increased sales and market share)

Personality qualities that lead to success

Have natural leadership and team-building qualities

Have integrity and strong interpersonal skills

Production: Identify and implement plans to increase production and leverage business opportunities within a designated geographic area by

Meeting or exceeding personal production goals

Developing the skills of Loan Officers to meet or exceed Division production objectives

Analyzing updates of local market competitors and competitive rates

Identifying and presenting opportunities for market expansion

Developing plans to increase market share

Proactively recruiting seasoned Loan Officers

Ensure training programs are through and delivered in a timely fashion

Maximize profitability and growth of the branch network

Operations/Administration:

Delegate appropriate authority and responsibility to achieve efficient office operations, quality customer service, and uniformity in applying company policy and procedures.

Recommend solutions to improve service quality, raise staff productivity, improve retention, and increase overall profitability.

Adhere to established branch staffing levels

Adhere to the Corporation's product and pricing guidelines

Ensure proper management of expenses

Requirements:

Minimum three (3) years of retail mortgage production management experience

Minimum of eight years of mortgage banking origination experience.

A bachelor's degree is a plus. Management courses a plus

Skills and Abilities: Proven experience in building, leading and guiding a motivated sales team

Proven success in building production, profit, and identifying market opportunities

Aptitude for business development and successful implementation strategies. Proven decision-making capabilities and the ability to understand implications on a global and micro level. Analytical and strategic planning skills

A thorough knowledge of FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, GNMA, mortgage insurer guidelines, TIL regulations, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, RESPA regulations, local and state real estate and finance laws, and Company Policy Compliance and Ethics Codes

Personal and/or Professional Characteristics:

Proven leadership expertise.

Strong communication competencies

Driven, self-motivated, and results-oriented

Mentoring mindset to team's business growth.

Innovative thinker and problem solver.

Proven negotiator.

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Compensation:

Competitive Base Salary

Monthly Overrides

Aggressive Bonus Programs

Sign-On bonus and attractive transition package

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED