CMS Mortgage is looking for a Loan Officer Assistant to serve as a true right-hand partner to our Loan Officer. This is not an entry-level support role. We are seeking someone with strong mortgage experience who is client-facing, detail-oriented, and confident in managing files and communication from application through pre-approval and beyond.
Required Experience (Read Before Applying):
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This role requires a minimum of 2 years of recent mortgage industry experience. Applicants without direct experience as a Loan Officer, Loan Officer Assistant, Processor, or Underwriter will not be considered.
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You will be introduced to every client from day one as a core member of the loan team. You will support the pre-approval pipeline, manage client and agent communication, follow up with active and inactive leads, and ensure files are clean, structured, and moving forward.
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When the Loan Officer is unavailable, you are the knowledgeable and reliable point of contact that clients and agents trust.
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If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in keeping files organized and communication consistent, this role is a strong fit.
Compensation & Perks:
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Competitive base compensation commensurate with experience.
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Per-loan bonus structure with additional performance bonuses at volume milestones.
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Paid access to tools and training resources.
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Flexible hybrid work structure.
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Direct mentorship and exposure to a high-performing mortgage operation.
Compensation:
$20 - $30 hourly
Responsibilities:-
Review and reconcile all incoming applications, including credit, income, and documentation prior to the Loan Officer review
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Run AUS (DU/LP), identify appropriate loan structure, and flag potential issues early
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Manage the pre-approval pipeline from application through pre-approval letter issuance
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Generate and update pre-approval letters quickly and accurately
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Provide client and realtor communication via phone, text, and email throughout the process
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Coordinate file setup in ARIVE upon receipt of a purchase agreement, ensuring accuracy of contacts and contract details
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Provide ongoing borrower updates and milestone communication
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Follow up with pre-approved clients, incomplete applications, and refinance opportunities
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Participate in weekly pipeline meetings and maintain accountability across all active files
Qualifications:-
Minimum 2+ years of mortgage industry experience required (non-negotiable)
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Experience as a Loan Officer Assistant, Mortgage Processor, Underwriter, or Loan Officer strongly preferred
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Strong understanding of income calculation, including self-employed borrowers
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Hands-on experience with credit review and AUS systems (DU/LP)
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Ability to structure files and support pre-approvals independently
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Strong understanding of loan programs, including Conventional, FHA, VA, and Non-QM
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Prior experience in the broker channel is a plus
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Familiarity with working across multiple lenders and pricing scenarios is preferred
The Mindset We Cannot Train
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Detail-oriented, with strong follow-through and accuracy
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Proactive communicator who keeps clients and the Loan Officer informed
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Calm under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities
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Organized and able to manage a high-volume pipeline
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Professional, warm, and confident in client-facing communication
Please Note:
This is not an entry-level role. We are specifically seeking candidates with prior mortgage experience who can step into the role and contribute immediately.
About Company
CMS Mortgage Solutions (NMLS #212405) is a multi-state licensed mortgage brokerage with 115+ loan officers across 27 states. We operate on a philosophy we call "Confidently Boring" — compound growth over quick wins, systems over shortcuts, realistic promises over hype.
We have built one of the most advanced AI-powered Marketing Operating Systems in the mortgage industry: 26 specialized AI skills, 10 AI agents, automated content pipelines, compliance enforcement, documented workflows, competitive intelligence, brand voice guides, and a full technical infrastructure.
