Credit Solutions Advisor -Woodinville Financial Center

Mortgage Originator

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This job is responsible for originating loans for clients with residential mortgage needs and is the primary lending specialist working full time within the financial center. Key responsibilities include delivering first mortgage and HELOC lending products in person or by telephone and providing products such as auto loans, credit cards and core banking products. Job expectations include effectively balancing sales performance, operational risk, and client relationship care.

This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since this position requires SAFE Act registration, employees are required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process. Failure to obtain and / or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Responsibilities

Provides specialized and personalized service offering advice and guidance to financial center clients through the full spectrum of borrowing and banking offerings at each stage of client's life plan

Builds and deepens relationships with new and existing clients by leveraging the full capabilities of the bank

Analyzes the client's financial needs and applies knowledge of borrowing and banking to recommend financial services that best align with the client's unique priorities

Presents potential home lending product solutions, submits the mortgage application, assists clients with gathering supporting loan documentation, and keeps clients informed throughout the mortgage loan process through outbound calls, email, and online messaging

Connects with clients through outreach and pipeline management activities and conducts consistent follow-up routines to meet client needs

Responds to client requests and makes referrals to appropriate internal partners based on client needs

Partners with financial center leaders, performance managers, and market leaders to provide specialized guidance and coaching to financial center associates regarding delivery of an exceptional client experience

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of mortgage origination experience. In lieu of this requirement, has previously held the role of :

• Home Service Specialist II, Lending Client Associate, Lending Client Support Manager, Lending Specialist, Senior Banker, Business Solutions Advisor or Financial Solutions Advisor at Bank of America for 1 year

Knowledge of credit and home lending requirements

Actively listens to the client to determine their needs and goals and has a desire to interact with clients proactively.

Communicates professionally, effectively, and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients in person and over the phone.

Is a critical thinker and can analyze financial and credit data to advise clients of product / pricing policies and guidelines and gather any additional required information.

Has effective customer service skills with ability to manage the full client end-to-end experience and problem resolution.

Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Ability to handle ambiguity and adapt to changing circumstances.

Dedicated, enthusiastic, driven and performance-oriented; possesses a strong work ethic.

Can be flexible to work weekends and / or extended hours as needed.

A true team player and collaborator, translating knowledge and experience into strong and productive relationships internally and externally.

Ability to learn and understand technology.

Demonstrates a commitment to professional ethics and is thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence as well as complying with all Federal and State compliance policies.

Bilingual English / Spanish

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a financial center where goals were met or exceeded.

Knowledge in analyzing and comprehending complex financial data and providing financial alternatives.

Knowledge of banking products and services.

Solid time management skills and the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Experience in a loan origination role in a retail environment and knowledge of

Mortgage Products (Conventional, Jumbo and HELOC, Government)

Structuring, Processing, underwriting and closing procedures

Federal regulations governing real estate lending

FHA and HUD guidelines

Other Lending Products (Credit Card, Vehicle Loans)

Strong computer skills including MS applications and previous experience utilizing laptop technology.

Skills

Client Management

Client Solutions Advisory

Customer and Client Focus

Referral Identification

Risk Management

Client Experience Branding

Credit Documentation Requirements

Credit and Risk Assessment

Pipeline Management

Referral Management

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Issue Management

Prospecting

Relationship Building

Minimum Education Requirement : High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift : 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week : 40

Pay and benefits information Pay range $25.00 - $29.61 hourly pay, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set. Formulaic incentive eligible This role is eligible to participate in a formulaic incentive plan. Employees are eligible for incentives as detailed by the specific line of business incentive plan provisions. Formulaic plans may be comprised of monthly, quarterly and / or annual incentive opportunities. Incentives are earned based on the employee's performance against defined metrics. Benefits This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.