Position Overview:
Relationships are the backbone of Benchmark’s success. The Production Partner will maintain relationships with clients brought into Benchmark and is responsible for communicating, educating, and negotiating offers and terms of a residential mortgage loan.
Ideal candidates for this position have a strong service-oriented mindset, excellent communication skills, and proven knowledge of mortgage lending compliance and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions of the Role:
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Build and maintain relationships with individuals sourced from the Loan Officer in addition to providing education on mortgage options.
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Analyze mortgage applications and determine the programs best meeting the needs of the consumer.
- Gather required application data and provide initial documents and disclosures to the applicant.
- Communicate and educate the consumer on qualified programs including benefits and risks.
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Provide all applicable initial documents and disclosures to the loan processor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
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Strong communication skills
- Customer service oriented
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High attention to detail
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Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task
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Knowledge of various loan products (FHA, VA, conventional, etc.)
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General knowledge of credit reports and debt-to-income ratios
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Ability to adapt to market changes
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Knowledge of the mortgage loan process
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One to two years loan processing required; loan origination experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred.
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Licensed in market area and registered nationally in NMLS.
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Professional certifications (CMB, CMC, CMPS) preferred.
- Fast-paced environment.
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Requires normal vision (corrected) both close and distant.
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Requires normal hearing levels (corrected).
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Requires working at a desk to use a phone and computer for extended periods of time.
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Requires sitting, bending.
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Works effectively with frequent interruptions.
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Lifting requirements of 10 lbs. occasionally.
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Minimal travel >5%.
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Along with a great culture and competitive pay, full-time employees are eligible to receive additional benefits:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Short-term and long-term disability
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401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans and Company match
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Company-provided life insurance
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8 paid holidays
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AND MORE!
