Mortgage Loan Originator

Fifth Third Bank

. Originate residential first mortgage loans for outside referrals .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in originating residential mortgage loans, managing the loan process from application to closing, and maintaining compliance with federal lending regulations. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for building referral networks and providing exceptional customer service.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Residential Mortgage Loan OriginationKnowledge Of Conventional And Government Lending GuidelinesS.A.F.E. Act RegistrationStrong Written And Verbal Communication SkillsCustomer Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Residential Mortgage ProcessingUnderwriting ProceduresClosing ProceduresFannie Mae Form 1003Loan ProspectorPipeline ManagementLoan Documentation CollectionManagement Reporting

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTeamworkSales TechniquesDesire To Excel In Competitive Environment

Tools & Technologies

LaptopLOMAS

Certifications & Qualifications

S.A.F.E. Act RegistrationNMLS Registration

Industry Keywords

Federal Lending RegulationsMortgage PoliciesLoan ProductsProcessing ProceduresUnderwriting Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Originate residential first mortgage loans for outside referrals
Meet management standards and objectives for mortgage loan sales and cross-selling
Assume responsibility for residential mortgage loans from application through closing
Develop referral contacts including realtors, builders, professional contacts, and personal contacts
Maintain knowledge of mortgage policies, loan products, processing procedures, underwriting, and departmental guidelines
Follow defined protocols for escalating exceptions
Take applicant applications using the Fannie Mae Form 1003
Use a laptop to communicate, access daily rates, retrieve applicant credit reports and Loan Prospector responses, and transmit loans to LOMAS
Collect applicant documentation and deliver loan packages within management time frames
Manage the pipeline for originated loans through closing and complete required management reports
Communicate timely updates and progress reports to branches and/or applicants
Maintain high customer service while managing applicant and support staff expectations
Attend and participate in Consumer Lending meetings as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent mandatory
Four-year college degree preferred
Knowledge of conventional and/or government lending guidelines
Knowledge of residential mortgage processing, underwriting, and closing procedures
Knowledge of federal lending regulations governing real estate lending
Demonstrated organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated teamwork and customer service skills
Proven computer skills
Basic sales technique skills
Strong desire to excel in a competitive environment
S.A.F.E. Act registration required at the time of employment through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits programs supporting employees and families' physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being
Incentive compensation based on company, line of business, and/or individual performance
Base salary or draw combined with incentive compensation to determine total cash compensation
Inclusive and engaged workplace culture
Equal employment opportunity