Sr. Loan Officer

Newrez LLC

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Ridgewood, New Jersey

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Sr. Loan Officer is responsible for originating mortgage loans by developing referral sources and meeting with prospective clients. They must manage the loan application process, analyze financial information, and provide superior customer service throughout the settlement process.

Qualifications

You have a minimum of one year of mortgage loan origination experience and proven sales skills. You are also capable of obtaining state licensure and possess strong communication and computer skills to effectively manage client relationships and loan processes.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Salesforce

mortgage loan origination

loan proposals

credit reports

income verification

appraisals

lien searches

basic computer skills

Job Description

Who We Are

At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We’re a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.

Every day, we work to exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers and business partners through superior service, simple processes, and clear communication. We do this by empowering our employees, encouraging innovative solutions and recognizing great performance.

Principal Duties:

Sell loan products offered by NewRez

Contact prospective clients to develop and maintain referral sources.

Meet with prospective clients at outside locations.

Make in-person calls on real estate agents, financial advisors and other potential referral sources to develop borrower leads.

Engage in marketing and promotional activities in support of your own sales.

Meet monthly minimum personal production goals

Take mortgage loan applications and prepare effective loan proposals:

Determine a consumer’s needs and offer the appropriate product

Originate loans for appropriate amounts, rates, and terms that comply with NewRez’s program guidelines

Provide consumers with a superior level of customer service:

Quickly and accurately answer all customer inquiries in a professional manner.

Obtain all information deemed necessary to process loan requests in a timely manner, including but not limited to credit reports, income verification, appraisals, lien searches, etc. Analyze the information and provide insight where appropriate.

Provide assistance to applicants and solve all problems that may arise between application and settlement

Stay informed of developing trends in the mortgage industry

Attend/assist with scheduled meetings, training sessions and courses

Maintain compliance with all industry-specific federal and state licensed activity requirements and NewRez Code of Conduct

Principal Customers of the Position:

Internal Customers: Underwriting, Processing, Closing, Quality Assurance, Vendor Coordination, and Secondary Marketing

External Customer: The Borrower(s)

Education and Experience Requirements:

Must qualify for and obtain state licensure in the states where NewRez does business; mortgage licensure requires a good credit score, no tax liens and a clean criminal background check

Minimum successful 1 year mortgage loan origination experience

2 year college degree preferred (or equivalent experience)

Proven sales skills and leadership abilities

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements:

Ability to quickly connect with people in an outgoing, friendly manner

Persuasive, selling communication skills

Strong sense of responsibility for completing work quickly and accurately

Ability to handle faster-than-average pace of activities

Detail-orientation with efficient focus on work activities

Careful decision-making skill with ability to avoid mistakes

Ability to delegate in a positive style with thorough follow up skills

Excellent oral, written, listening, and organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work independently

A good faith estimate of the compensation is:

15,080.00 - 60,000.00

Compensation for this position may also include other elements, including medical, financial, various paid time off benefits, and a bonus based on individual and company performance, variable or annual.

Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, location, etc.

Additional Information:

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.

Why Newrez

We’re a great place to work because we invest in what matters: your career, your community, your wellbeing, and your future. Our total rewards package is designed to support your whole self.

Company Benefits:

We offer benefits, programs, and perks that support you in every aspect of your life.

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution

  • 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match

  • Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave/Caregiver Leave

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Tuition & Certification reimbursement

  • Employee Mortgage Loan Program

  • The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a program to support our team members experiencing hardships

Newrez NOW:

Through Newrez NOW, our Corporate Social Responsibility program, you’ll have opportunities to give back, lead, and make a difference.

  • 1 company-paid Volunteer Time Off day (with over 40,000 volunteer hours contributed since our inception)

  • Matching Gifts Program - dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000

  • Access to grants, nonprofit resources, and volunteer opportunities

  • More than $6,000,000 donated since 2020

  • 1 in 5 employees participates in at least one Employee Resource Group (ERG)

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.

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Newrez LLC

Homeownership is a long-term commitment, and Newrez is your partner for all of it — from your first home to your forever home. With hundreds of loan options, we tailor solutions to fit each client’s goals. Whether someone is purchasing, refinancing or tapping into their home equity, we help them get the most value out of homeownership. Customers who originate a mortgage with us benefit from a single, dedicated point of contact to guide them through the process. We're also proud to offer specialized resources that help U.S. servicemembers and their families achieve and sustain homeownership. As a consistently recognized Military Friendly® Employer, we have team members whose personal experiences give them a deep understanding of the unique challenges Military families face. When guidance matters most, our team brings clarity, empathy and practical solutions. We're experienced professionals located in communities across the United States, ready to support clients with a human touch. Our commitment extends beyond lending. Through Newrez NOW, our employees volunteer in their own neighborhoods, and we provide community grants to more than 100 local organizations. Military Friendly® is a registered trademark of Viqtory, Inc. By refinancing an existing loan, the total finance charges may be higher over the life of the loan. © 2026 Newrez LLC, 1100 Virginia Dr., Suite 125, Fort Washington, PA 19034. 1-888-673-5521. NMLS #3013. Doing business as Newrez Mortgage LLC in the Department of Banking and Insurance. Licensed Mortgage Banker-NYS Banking Department. For licensing information, go to: http://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org. Equal Housing Opportunity. This is not a commitment to lend. All loan programs are subject to credit, underwriting, and property approval. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Other restrictions apply.
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