Closing Team Leader

World Business Lenders, LLC

. Support day-to-day operations of the Closing function from Clear-to-Close through funding .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Turkey, Argentina, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Pakistan, ColombiaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing loan closing processes, including title clearance, documentation accuracy, and compliance with legal and investor requirements. Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate workflows, and enhance operational efficiency in high-volume lending environments.

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Loan Closing ManagementTitle Clearance CoordinationDocumentation ReviewTeam LeadershipSLA Compliance Monitoring

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Hard Skills

Loan Documentation ReviewTitle CommitmentsSettlement StatementsFunding ConditionsReal Estate-Secured LendingCommercial LendingNon-QM Mortgage LendingQuality ControlRisk IdentificationException Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailTimely Execution

Tools & Technologies

Loan Origination SystemsDocument Management PlatformsE-Signature ToolsMicrosoft ExcelTitle Systems

Industry Keywords

Mortgage LendingEscrowSettlementTRIDRESPATILACollateral DocumentationLien SearchesClosing InstructionsFunding Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support day-to-day operations of the Closing function from Clear-to-Close through funding
Coordinate workload distribution, task prioritization, and deadline management for the Closing Team
Monitor closing pipelines, team productivity, turnaround times, workload, and SLA compliance
Provide guidance, coaching, training, onboarding, and operational support to Closing team members
Follow up on outstanding closing conditions, missing documentation, and pending approvals
Review closing packages and related documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance
Ensure loan documents, settlement statements, payoff documentation, closing instructions, and funding conditions are addressed before closing
Resolve routine closing issues and escalate complex exceptions
Coordinate with Underwriting, Credit, Processing, Valuations, Legal, Title, and Funding teams
Communicate pipeline status, delays, risks, and operational concerns to management
Coordinate title clearance requirements, title commitments, title policies, lien searches, payoff information, vesting issues, and title exceptions
Support protection of WBL's collateral interests and first-lien position
Communicate with closing attorneys, title companies, settlement agents, escrow providers, and other third-party partners
Follow up on pending documents, closing schedules, payoff statements, settlement figures, and transaction requirements
Monitor partner responsiveness and recurring service issues
Follow SOPs, checklists, workflows, and documentation standards
Identify process gaps, recurring errors, workflow bottlenecks, and recommend improvements
Perform quality checks and support corrective actions and process updates
Maintain accurate pipeline records, transaction notes, reporting, and communication records
Ensure Closing activities follow company policies, legal requirements, and investor requirements
Identify and escalate legal, title, documentation, lien, and collateral risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, or equivalent relevant education and experience preferred
5+ years of experience in mortgage or commercial lending closing, title, escrow, settlement, or related lending operations preferred
Previous experience providing day-to-day guidance, training, workflow coordination, or operational support to team members
Experience managing loan pipelines, closing deadlines, and service-level requirements
Experience reviewing loan documentation, title commitments, settlement statements, payoff documentation, and closing requirements
Experience coordinating with closing attorneys, title companies, settlement agents, and internal lending departments
Demonstrated ability to identify, troubleshoot, and escalate closing, title, documentation, and funding issues
Strong knowledge of loan closing, title clearance, collateral documentation, and real estate-secured lending
Ability to coordinate workloads, prioritize deadlines, monitor SLAs, and manage high-volume pipelines
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a focus on accuracy and timely execution
Experience in commercial or private lending, Non-QM mortgage lending, MCA, title insurance, escrow, or settlement preferred
Experience with real estate-secured commercial loans and coordinating with Title and Funding teams preferred
Previous experience as a Senior Closer, Closing Lead, Closing Supervisor, or in a similar leadership role preferred
Knowledge of loan closing, settlement, funding, post-closing, and title clearance processes
Ability to review title commitments, lien searches, collateral documentation, loan documents, and settlement statements
Understanding of lien priority, title defects, UCC filings, and applicable lending and real estate regulations, including TRID, RESPA, and TILA
Proficiency with loan origination systems, document management platforms, e-signature tools, and Microsoft Excel
Familiarity with title systems such as CSC and NETRO, as well as quality control, risk identification, and exception management
Stable, reliable internet connection
Professional and dedicated remote working setup
Ability to work effectively across a remote, multinational organization and maintain confidentiality
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation in USD
Paid time off (PTO)
Fully remote work environment