Mortgage Loan Originator

Northwest Bank

. Proactively solicit new residential mortgage business through internal and external sources in an assigned geographic area .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMuncie • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mortgage origination, including knowledge of loan products and compliance with regulations. Proven ability to build relationships, provide exceptional customer service, and achieve production goals in a collaborative team environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mortgage Origination ExperienceNMLS RegistryKnowledge of Loan ProductsSales SkillsEllie Mae Encompass Software

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Hard Skills

Loan Origination ProcessCredit Application ReviewLoan Product KnowledgeRetail Mortgage PricingCompliance with Regulations

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProblem SolvingActive ListeningNetworking SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Ellie Mae EncompassFreddie Mac Loan Product AdvisorOptimal Blue Pricing EngineMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

NMLS RegistrySAFE Act Compliance

Industry Keywords

Fannie MaeFreddie MacFHA LoansUSDA-Rural HousingVA Loans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively solicit new residential mortgage business through internal and external sources in an assigned geographic area
Participate in business development opportunities, professional organizations, and community efforts promoting homeownership
Ensure compliance with third-party agencies, vendors, company policies, procedures, and federal/state regulations
Provide an exceptional customer service experience throughout the loan origination process
Interact professionally with team members and other departments
Submit complete credit applications with supporting documentation
Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external referral sources
Prospect new mortgage lending opportunities
Facilitate communication with customers and referral sources during loan origination
Review applications, credit files, and customer qualifications to determine appropriate loan products and pricing
Counsel and coach loan applicants toward their goals and suitable loan products
Request timely loan rate locks for Secondary Marketing
Maintain current knowledge of loan products and secondary market rules
Achieve production and quality goals
Cross-sell other Northwest products and services to loan applicants
Work as part of a team

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 - 5 years mortgage origination or sales experience
High School Diploma
NMLS Registry
Annual renewal of NMLS Registry as a condition of employment under the SAFE Act
Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisions
Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely, orally or in writing
Ability to actively listen, share information, and facilitate open exchange of ideas
Ability to establish courses of action, develop tracking systems, and effectively use time and information
Ability to make sound decisions using perceptive and analytical processes and good judgment
Ability to meet production and quality goals
Knowledge of banking industry laws, regulations, and retail origination process
Knowledge of conventional and government loan products and guidelines, including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, USDA-Rural Housing, and VA loans
Knowledge of Ellie Mae Encompass Loan Origination software, Freddie Mac Loan Product Advisor, and Optimal Blue pricing engine
Knowledge of retail mortgage loan pricing
Sales skills to convert prospects into customers
Strong networking and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple deadlines and priorities
Ability to navigate Microsoft Office software, computer applications, and department-specific software
Ability to work with on-site equipment