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Hancock Whitney

Traditional and online banking, financial services

Mortgage Direct Loan Originator

Retail & Commercial BankingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
  • Three years of sales experience and/or success as an individual contributor is required.
  • Registration or re-registration with the National Mortgage Licensing System and Registry under the SAFE Act is required upon active employment and must be maintained with annual renewal; continued employment is contingent on successful registration immediately after the start date.
  • Maintain active knowledge of secondary mortgage lending programs, procedures, policies, and their relationship to applicable systems and technologies.
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Office products.
  • Be proficient in operating and navigating multiple banking systems and applications, using system tools to locate information and complete tasks.
  • Be able to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines in a competitive retail environment.
  • Be able to form and expand internal and external relationships while maintaining a high level of service.
  • Have communication, analytical, customer service, and organizational skills.
  • Have interpersonal and collaborative skills to work effectively with all levels of personnel.
  • Be able to travel if required to perform essential job functions.
  • Be able to read, interpret, and explain documents if required to perform essential job functions.
  • Be able to lift, move, or carry approximately 10 pounds if required, subject to accommodation where applicable.

Responsibilities

  • Originate primarily conventional, VA, and FHA loans in compliance with investor requirements and state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Use digital platforms and technology to streamline the mortgage process and provide digital services and solutions to existing and potential clients, with a focus on inclusive banking opportunities.
  • Build and maintain client relationships through digital analytics, consultations, and company digital communication tools and platforms, supporting the sourcing of additional products and services related to marketing and sales initiatives.
  • Follow up diligently on company-provided leads using various contact methods and manage them effectively to convert opportunities.
  • Maintain proactive and continuous communication with clients throughout the loan process, using digital platforms to provide updates, gather documentation, and address inquiries.
  • Discuss and consult on loan products and qualification criteria, providing digital support and guidance to current and potential clients about the mortgage process and bank services.
  • Promote loan products and services through digital marketing and outreach using Encompass (LOS), Salesforce (CRM), Five9, and other tools provided for this purpose.
  • Use digital tools to analyze loan applications, financial data, and client needs to make informed decisions and recommendations and improve the customer experience.
  • Keep abreast of technological advancements and digital trends in mortgage banking and use tools, knowledge, and platforms to optimize loan processing, underwriting, and customer service.
  • Ensure digital mortgage processes comply with state and federal regulations and laws for acceptable lending practices.
  • Use technology to streamline operations, reduce errors, and increase the efficiency and speed of loan approvals.
  • Adhere to goals and metrics measuring performance and sales effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with bank associates to generate referrals that align clients with the appropriate channel.
  • Respond promptly to inbound inquiries and engage with provided outbound leads during designated business hours.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Three years of mortgage origination experience or retail/Financial Center experience is preferred.

About the Company

Hancock Whitney

Traditional and online banking, financial services

Hancock Whitney is a regional bank with more than $35 billion in assets that serves Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, plus loan offices in Nashville and Atlanta. It offers traditional and online banking, commercial and small-business banking, private wealth, trust and investment services, healthcare banking, and mortgage lending, delivered through its offices and online platforms. The bank emphasizes its long history and core values—honor and integrity, strength and stability, commitment to service, teamwork, and personal responsibility—as part of what sets it apart. Its goal is to be a trusted financial partner that helps people reach their financial goals and supports local communities while growing the business in a balanced, stable way.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Gulfport, MS
Founded
1899

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