Closing Specialist I - In Office / Paramus, NJ or Houston, TX

Closing Specialist I - In Office / Paramus, NJ or Houston, TX

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Job Description

General Responsibilities:

The Closing Specialist I position is responsible for preparing all loan-closing documents and ensuring accuracy to have a fully compliant mortgage.

Primary Job Duties:

• Pre-Closing review of all documents in file including title, homeowner's insurance, appraisal, condo documentation, tax certs, trust documents, payoffs, and disclosures
• Complete a preclosing checklist to ensure file is complete and compliant
• Coordinate scheduled signing with partners, loan officers, settlement agents and/or title companies
• Prepare all closing documents required to close mortgage loans, ensuring documentation is complete and accurate; follow up with any discrepancies.
• Audit closing documents and file based on audit procedures.
• Prepare and explain closing requirements to settlement agent as needed.
• Perform client, settlement agent, processor, or client relations follow-up as needed.
• Coordinate shipping and receiving documents to loan advisors, settlement agents, and wholesale partners, as needed.
• Establish and maintain a thorough knowledge of all products and investor requirements to ensure quality closing packages and salability to the Investor
• Prepare and complete loan documents, ensuring all necessary paperwork is complete, and coordinating the closing process.
• Follow established procedures and guidelines, with basic or limited decision-making authority.
• Work directly with title companies, partners and other third parties to coordinate closings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years as a Closer or Funder preferred
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork
• Organizing and coordinating skills
• Ability to develop and maintain files and records
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications, specifically Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Word
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
• Good customer service skills and reliability
• Individuals must be extremely detailed oriented and work well under pressure, meeting multiple and conflicting deadlines
• Must always demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors
• Team player who shows a positive attitude and collaborative skills
• Exhibits a positive attitude and strong collaboration skills.
• Demonstrates reliability and punctuality.

Additional Information

• Working in a growing and dynamic industry
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, and wide array of voluntary products and discounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• This is a non exempt
• Target base salary range is 55-65K which is based on various factors including skills and work experience. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a competitive additional compensation program via monthly production bonus that is based on individual performance.
• LBF is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disabled Employer
• Please note that salaries that are estimated on various job sites may not reflect the actual compensation. Job sites, set the estimated salary, not Longbridge Financial.