Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company

Mortgage Assistant

Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company  •  Remote  •  12 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Type
Full-time

Responsible for assisting at least one or more processors and one or more loan officers in the daily functions of ensuring loan files are moving forward as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Receives loan application files from Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) and ensures proper paperwork is requested and received from the consumer.
  • Reviews loan applications and files for complete information.
  • Compiles list of missing documents and updates lists provided by MLO.
  • Emails missing item lists to borrowers and maintains lists in files for processor reference.
  • Uploads required documents and requests “set up” on files.
  • Reviews new online applications and requests missing details when necessary.
  • Follows up on and retrieves signed initial disclosures and re-disclosures from clients.
  • Compares tax transcripts to tax returns, confirms flood was quoted if in a flood zone, confirms VOE (if applicable) is fully complete, and verifies employment.
  • Notifies MLO of anything that does not match, so the MLO can communicate with the applicant.
  • Orders title work and insurance per internal requirements.
  • Contacts insurance agent and provides them with all necessary insurance requirements.
  • Tracks receipt of insurance through reminders in outlook.
  • Uploads contracts (if purchase or construction loans).
  • Maintains a follow-through system in outlook to follow up on missing items requested from borrowers and communicates with MLO when needed, depending on days lapsed with no response from borrower.
  • Creates any additional outlook reminders and continues to monitor missing items through reminders.
  • Notates files throughout the entire process.
  • Ensures closing requirements are set to be met when notified of clear to close.
  • Takes lead on follow up documentation needed on closed loans as requested by Shipping Department.
  • Additional duties as assigned.
Requirements

Skills/Experience/Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent education and experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years mortgage experience.
  • Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and problem solve.
  • Excellent customer service, written and oral communication, and follow-through skills.
  • Outstanding attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of banking products, delivery channels, various computer software (i.e. MS Office).

Essential Mental & Physical Requirements

  • Ability to travel if required to perform the essential job functions.
  • Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required.
  • Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 15 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division any “undue hardship” then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company and its subsidiaries is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe in attracting, retaining, and promoting quality talent and recognize that our diversity is critical to the success of the company.

Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company

About Gulf Coast Bank and Trust Company

Welcome to Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Company, one of the largest community banks in Southeast Louisiana. Member of the FDIC & Equal Housing Lender

Our mission is to combine the values of old fashioned Community Banking that focuses on individualized customer service with innovative, competitive banking products, trust and brokerage services that further emphasize and strengthen our relationship with our customers.

Our philosophy is to do everything we can for every client we have, every chance we get. We have expanded our offerings of traditional banking to investments, trust, small business lending and commercial lending as well as 401K and insurance products.

We value each customer and their privacy. As a reminder, LinkedIn is a social networking site, so you should never disclose any personal financial information.

Check us out @ www.facebook.com/GulfCoastBank and www.instagram.com/gulfcoastbank/

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
New Orleans, us
Year Founded
1990
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