Senior Mortgage Loan Originator

Fifth Third Bank

. Originate residential first-mortgage loans from application through closing .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in residential mortgage origination, processing, underwriting, and closing procedures, while maintaining compliance with federal lending regulations. Proven ability to develop referral relationships and coach entry-level talent in a competitive sales environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Residential Mortgage OriginationKnowledge Of Federal Lending RegulationsAdvanced Proficiency In Total ExpertS.A.F.E. Act RegistrationExceptional Performance In Loan Production

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Hard Skills

Mortgage ProcessingUnderwriting ProceduresClosing ProceduresLoan File OriginationPipeline ManagementSales TechniquesLoan Documentation CollectionLoan Package DeliveryApplication Fee CollectionReferral Relationship Development

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeamwork SkillsCustomer Service Skills

Tools & Technologies

Total ExpertURLALoan-Filing SoftwareCredit Reporting ToolsCommunication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

S.A.F.E. Act Registration

Industry Keywords

Residential Mortgage LoansConventional Lending GuidelinesGovernment Lending GuidelinesMortgage Loan SalesOne Bank Partnership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Originate residential first-mortgage loans from application through closing
Meet management standards and objectives for mortgage loan sales and One Bank partnership objectives
Develop sustainable referral relationships with realtors, builders, and professional and personal contacts
Maintain knowledge of mortgage policies, procedures, loan products, processing procedures, underwriting, and departmental guidelines
Coach and train an assigned Mortgage Loan Advisor in behaviors and activities for developing and sustaining referral sources
Educate the Mortgage Loan Advisor on mortgage origination, agency and portfolio guidelines, processing, underwriting, closing, and pricing procedures
Help the Mortgage Loan Advisor master the skills required to facilitate loans from origination through closing
Follow defined protocols for escalating exceptions
Take applications by completing URLA on a laptop
Use technology and support tools for communication, daily rates, applicant credit reports, loan-file origination, and uploading files to operations
Collect applicant documentation and deliver loan packages within management-set time frames
Manage the pipeline for originated loans through closing and complete required management reports
Provide timely updates and status reports to branches and applicants
Maintain high customer service while managing applicant and Fifth Third expectations
Attend required Mortgage and Consumer Lending sales meetings, calls, and training
Collect application fees according to policy
Participate in One Bank by making appropriate referrals to other lines of business

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent mandatory
3–5 years of origination experience at Fifth Third or a similar institution preferred
Top 25% in closed loan production or units in the prior calendar year preferred
Proven track record of exceptional performance, such as top-tier scorecard performance
Advanced proficiency and adoption of Total Expert and other origination/lead-generation systems
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
Teamwork and customer service skills, with a passion for developing and training entry-level talent
Proven computer skills
Basic sales technique skills
Strong desire to excel in a competitive environment
S.A.F.E. Act registration through the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) required at the time of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation combined with either a base salary or a draw to determine total cash compensation
Comprehensive benefits supporting physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being
Differentiated compensation offerings
Equal employment opportunity and inclusive culture