This job includes a base rate plus commissions. Total Potential Annual Earnings: $38,480 - $220,000
Responsible for driving the growth of our company by originating residential mortgage and home equity applications according to established policies, procedures and applicable legal and regulatory guidelines. Responsible for developing and executing business plans tailored to meet and exceed sales goals and objectives. Maintains a network of outside referral sources in assigned territories. Works with existing and prospective customers to explain a variety of mortgage products and services available; makes recommendations based on customer needs. Coordinates the flow of documentation from application to closing while also working with all parties involved in the transaction. Refers other NBT Bank products and services as appropriate.
Education and Experience:
Associate’s degree in business or related discipline and two (2) years’ experience in sales or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two (2) years mortgage or lending experience preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Ability to cold call prospects; network and develop outside business referrals.
Strong Verbal and Written Communication skills
Ability to multi-task in fast paced environment
Knowledge of a variety of mortgage loan products
Ability to analyze credit reports and income and asset calculations.
Unique Job Characteristics and Requirements:
Flexible schedule includes evening hours and managing timely workflow. Requires evening and weekend hours for meetings, appointments, and business/industry networking events.
NMLS Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire.
Travel less than 50%
Driver's License required
Reliable transportation required
Tasks Performed:
40% - Originate mortgage loans and participate in related business development activities. Develop plan to achieve sales goals, develop and deliver sales presentations, attend industry networking events and contact realtors, builders and developers to build a network of outside referral sources. Coordinate sales and product training activities with retail branches.
35% - Meet with prospects, explain variety of mortgage products and services available and offer recommendations based on evaluation of individual prospect needs.
10% - Negotiate terms and conditions of loans within approved authority and finalize sales. Attend closings as needed. Sell other NBT products and services as appropriate.
10% - Obtain and analyze pertinent financial and credit data. Ensure the preparation and processing of forms and legal documents required for loans. Create system files with documentation for underwriting, and regulatory purposes.
5% - Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
Stationary 50% of time
Move about within or between locations
Bend, Twist, Crouch, Squat
Move Objects to Maximum 10 lbs
Why Work at NBT
At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success.
Wellbeing
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Culture
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