Mortgage Loan Originator

Hancock Whitney

. Originate portfolio, secondary market conventional, FHA, VA, and RD loans in compliance with investor requirements and applicable laws .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mortgage origination, compliance with laws and investor requirements, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders. Proficient in managing loan pipelines and maintaining referral networks to drive business growth.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mortgage Origination ExperienceNational Mortgage Licensing System RegistrationKnowledge Of Mortgage Laws And RegulationsSales ExperienceExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mortgage OriginationLoan ProcessingCompliance DocumentationApplication VerificationCredit History AnalysisClosing CoordinationPipeline ManagementReferral Network DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsCustomer Service

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPresentation SkillsAbility To Work Under StressInterpersonal SkillsAbility To Collaborate

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

NMLS Registration

Industry Keywords

FHA LoansVA LoansRD LoansInvestor GuidelinesUnderwriting PoliciesMortgage Industry ChangesCompliance RequirementsBank ProductsCommunity ClientsLoan Acceptance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Originate portfolio, secondary market conventional, FHA, VA, and RD loans in compliance with investor requirements and applicable laws
Promote Bank products and services to existing and potential community clients
Provide expert mortgage advice to potential borrowers
Stay current with underwriting policies, investor guidelines, laws, regulations, and mortgage-industry changes
Develop and maintain referral networks with Bank associates and external sources such as Realtors and Builders
Manage a clean loan pipeline and coordinate daily with Processors, Underwriters, and Closers
Deliver compliance documents and disclosures in a timely manner
Collect complete applications and required borrower documentation
Prepare borrowers and keep all parties updated on application developments and status
Explain closing costs and coordinate closings with borrowers, agents, Realtors, and others
Interview applicants and document income, debt, and credit history
Determine whether applicants meet established standards
Submit applications to Mortgage Loan Processors for verification
Resolve application discrepancies and notify applicants of loan acceptance or denial
Keep Bank associates informed about industry changes and collaborate with other lines of business
Maintain compliance requirements and knowledge of Bank products and affiliate services

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of sales experience required
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
2+ years of mortgage origination experience preferred
National Mortgage Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) registration under the SAFE Act of 2008 required upon active employment, with immediate registration and annual renewal
Knowledge of mortgage laws, procedures, rules, and regulations at federal, state, local, and bank-wide levels
Ability to learn or knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
Excellent communication, analytical, customer service, and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel
Strong presentation skills
Ability to travel if required
Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines
Ability to operate related equipment
Ability to read and interpret documents
Ability to lift, move, or carry approximately 10 pounds if required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Equal opportunity employment