Senior Loan Officer

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Summary

Provide professional and friendly lending services to members, collaborating with them to find the right solution for their financing needs. Process loan applications including loan interview, underwriting, document preparation, loan closing and follow-up.

What you will do:

• Consult with members and potential members regarding loan options available. Provide recommendations that are in the best interests of the borrower.

• Gather vital data and underwrite loan applications according to credit union lending policy. Consult with management if loan is outside of guidelines or in excess of lending limit.

• Approve/deny the loan request and communicate the decision to the applicant.

• Accurately prepare all necessary loan documents for the type of loan granted.

• Close loans and disburse proceeds. Assist members with various repayment plans. Ensure that a lien is placed on any collateral taken.

• Assist with incoming phone calls.

• Assist in the installation of new products, writing appropriate procedures and researching any associated compliance issues.

• Assist front-line staff with lending questions, teller operations, back office duties and phone support and training.

• Mentor and train loan processors.

• Provide input on critical initiatives that make valuable contributions to the lending area and eliminate unnecessary work.

Bring your best! What this role needs:

• Associate's degree in business, finance or accounting, or equivalent experience.

• 2 years of previous experience in a bank or credit union with lending experience.

• Strong, proven customer service skills and ability to interact with technology vendors and service providers.

• Ability to work independently within the framework of credit union guidelines.

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Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

We're excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups