
Position: Pre-Approval Specialist/Jr Loan Officer
Location: Remote (U.S.-based;Company has a camera on policy- you will be required to keep your camera on throughout the work day)
Compensation: $48,000 base salary + $250 per closed loan
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM CST (1-hour lunch); one Saturday every 1.5–2 months (half-day off during week)
Benefits: Health Insurance (Cigna), PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick Days, Bereavement Leave
Overview:
Our client, a fast-growing mortgage team, is seeking a Pre-Approval Specialist/Jr Loan Officer to work to contact leads, intake loans, and work directly with borrowers, reviewing applications, running AUS, analyzing income, and ensuring every file is clean and ready for processing.
Responsibilities:
Work with borrowers to prequalify
Act as an Inside Loan officer, calling leads to generate interest.
Review loan applications and verify data accuracy
Analyze income, DTI, credit, and loan structure for pre-approval
Conduct consultation calls with buyers to explain options and eligibility
Issue pre-qualification and pre-approval letters
Communicate with borrowers, Realtors, and internal team members
Maintain organized pipeline management within Monday.com
Ensure clean handoff to processing with all required documentation
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Loan Officer Assistant or Loan Officer
Strong understanding of FHA, VA, Conventional, and Non-QM loan programs
Skilled in income calculation and AUS guideline review
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Tech savvy; experience with LendingPad, Arive, and Monday.com preferred
Must be comfortable working remotely on video with a collaborative team
💰 Earning Potential:
Average specialists close 5–10 loans/month, earning an additional $1,250–$2,500/month in bonuses on top of base pay.
📌 National Mortgage Staffing does not determine the salary, requirements, or qualifications for this role. All hiring criteria are set by our client and must be followed as outlined.