Production Partner
Production PartnerPosition 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 RoleBuild and maintain relationships with individuals sourced from the Loan Officer in addition to providing education on mortgage options.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.Provide all applicable initial documents and disclosures to the loan processor.Other duties as assigned.Classification: Non-ExemptEssential Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesStrong communication skillsCustomer service orientedHigh attention to detailProven ability to prioritize and multi-taskKnowledge of various loan products (FHA, VA, conventional, etc.)General knowledge of credit reports and debt-to-income ratiosAbility to adapt to market changesKnowledge of the mortgage loan processExperience RequirementsOne to two years loan processing required; loan origination experience preferred.Education / Licensing RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred.Licensed in market area and registered nationally in NMLS.Professional certifications (CMB, CMC, CMPS) preferred.Working ConditionsFast-paced environment.Requires normal vision (corrected) both close and distant.Requires normal hearing levels (corrected).Requires working at a desk to use a phone and computer for extended periods of time.Requires sitting, bending.Works effectively with frequent interruptions.Lifting requirements of 10 lbs. occasionally.Minimal travel >5%.Along with a great culture and competitive pay, full-time employees are eligible to receive additional benefits:BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceShort-term and long-term disability401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans and Company matchCompany-provided life insurance8 paid holidaysAND MORE!J-18808-Ljbffr