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Mortgage Loan Officer- Columbia SC

AT TD Bank
TD Bank

Mortgage Loan Officer- Columbia SC

Columbia, SC

Work Location:
Columbia, South Carolina, United States of America

Hours:
40

Line of Business:
Personal & Commercial Banking

Pay Detail:
$11.54 - $11.54 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

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Job Description:

The Mortgage Loan Officer sells and originates residential mortgage loans to sales goals. The Mortgage Loan Officer takes residential mortgage loan applications and offers or negotiates terms of residential mortgage loans.

Pay Range- $11.54 per hour depending on established local minimum wage plus commission

Depth & Scope:

  • Meets with Prospects identified directly as well as referred by realtors, developers, attorneys and other external and internal referral sources
  • Explains variety of mortgage products and services available and offers recommendations based on evaluation of individual prospect needs
  • Guides Customers through the mortgage application process
  • Explains information required and other aspects of the loan process to Customers
  • Ensures applications are completed accurately and contain required information and supporting documentation
  • Manages Customers expectations regarding processing times and closing dates
  • Sells and originates residential mortgage loans according to established policies and procedures and applicable legal and regulatory guidelines
  • Generates referrals for mortgage sales opportunities and sales of other Company business line products
  • Develops plan to achieve sales goals with assistance from sales management
  • Enters information into mortgage loan system so that loans will appear accurately in the pipeline
  • Creates supporting files with backup and explanatory documentation and information for underwriting, regulatory and other purposes
  • Sends application and other required information to underwriting area
  • Underwrites loans using point-of-sale underwriting systems within scope of authority
  • Communicates loan decisions directly to Customers and explains any additional information needed
  • Submits application materials and other required information to processing area to clear any conditions, finalizes the loan commitment, and prepares for closing
  • Communicates regularly with Customers, underwriters, processors, realtors, closing agents and others to ensure application process proceeds as planned
  • Attends closings as needed
  • Develops knowledge of current industry practices and trends by learning from more experienced sales personnel and by attending continuing education training and seminars, including but not limited to the full array of Company products and services as well as mortgage laws and regulations
  • Develops knowledge of policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to retail mortgage products
  • Participates in homebuyers' seminars, home shows, brokers' meetings and other home financing workshops
  • Recommends changes to products, programs and/or pricing
  • Ensures TD Bank maintains successful audits and exams within all areas
  • Deals with complex mortgage needs

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelors degree or progressive work experience in addition to experience below
  • 2+ Years of mortgage origination experience
  • Proven Sales ability
  • Developing knowledge of mortgage industry, products, lending practices and regulatory guidelines
  • Maintains the highest level of sales ability and negotiation skills
  • Self-directed, ability to plan own activities to achieve sales goals
  • Strong time management skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • PC skills, including ability to learn mortgage origination and automated underwriting systems

OCC Language:

  • This position falls within the definition of Loan Originator as defined under Regulation Z of the Truth in Lending Act, 12 CFR Part 1026.36, and the definition of Mortgage Loan Originator as defined under the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act), 12 U.S.C. §§ 5102 et seq., and its implementing regulations, 12 CFR Part 1007
  • Must be eligible for employment with a covered financial institution under the standards established by Regulation Z of the Truth in Lending Act, 12 CFR Part 1026.36
  • Must be eligible for registration as a registered mortgage loan originator with the NMLS (Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry) in accordance with the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act), 12 U.S.C. §§ 5102 et seq., and its implementing regulations, 12 CFR Part 1007
  • Satisfactory results on a criminal background check and a credit report check, and statements/certification from job applicant regarding administrative, civil, and/or criminal findings by any government agency/authority, are required by federal law for this position

Physical Requirements:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

  • Domestic Travel - Occasional
  • International Travel - Never
  • Performing sedentary work - Continuous
  • Performing multiple tasks - Continuous
  • Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
  • Responding quickly to sounds - Occasional
  • Sitting - Continuous
  • Standing - Occasional
  • Walking - Occasional
  • Moving safely in confined spaces - Occasional
  • Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) - Occasional
  • Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) - Never
  • Squatting - Occasional
  • Bending - Occasional
  • Kneeling - Never
  • Crawling - Never
  • Climbing - Never
  • Reaching overhead - Never
  • Reaching forward - Occasional
  • Pushing - Never
  • Pulling - Never
  • Twisting - Never
  • Concentrating for long periods of time - Continuous
  • Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations - Continuous
  • Reading, writing and comprehending instructions - Continuous
  • Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing - Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.

Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:
We're delighted that you're considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we're committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you're interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You'll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD - and we're committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you've got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We'll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Client-provided location(s): Columbia, SC, USA
Job ID: TD_bank-R_1380429
Employment Type: Full Time